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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # RTL DESIGN ENGINEER (SILICON ENGINEERING) - **Company:** Space Exploration Technologies Corp. - **Location:** Austin, TX, United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Computer Engineering, Microarchitecture, Electronic Design Automation, Firmware, Hardware Description Language, Python (Programming Language), System on a Chip, SystemVerilog, Systems Integration, Verilog, Scripting, Application Specific Integrated Circuits, Information Technology - **Published:** September 4, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/sr-rtl-design-engineer-silicon-engineering-austin-tx--1583139b-35bf-4a5e-a7f2-b357d03236e9 ## About the Role * Bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science * 5+ years of experience in RTL implementation PREFERRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE: * Ability to solve complex problems including clock domain crossings and power optimization * ASIC/SoC system integration experience * Experience with embedded CPU subsystems * Experience with standard bus protocols (e.g. AXI, AHB, etc.) * Experience with high speed and low power design techniques * Scripting skills (e.g. Python, etc.) * Experience with EDA tools such as HDL simulators and HDL Lint tools * Team-player, can-do attitude and ability to work well in a group environment while still contributing on an individual basis * Enjoys being challenged and learning new skills ADDITIONAL REQUIREMENTS: * Ability to work extended hours or weekends as needed for mission critical deadlines ITAR REQUIREMENTS: * To conform to U.S. Government export regulations, applicant must be a (i) U.S. citizen or national, (ii) U.S. lawful, permanent resident (aka green card holder), (iii) Refugee under 8 U.S.C. § 1157, or (iv) Asylee under 8 U.S.C. § 1158, or be eligible to obtain the required authorizations from the U.S. Department of State. Learn more about the ITAR here., ASIC (Application Specific Integrated Circuit), Architectural Design, Architectural Services, Broadband, CPU (Central Processing Unit), Computer Engineering, Computer Firmware, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Embedded Systems, Government Regulations, Hardware Description Language, Intrusion Prevention Systems, Leading Edge Technology, Low Power, Problem Solving Skills, Product Engineering, Product Testing, Python Programming/Scripting Language, RTL Design, Receivers, Scripting (Scripting Languages), Silicon Bringup, System Integration (SI), System-on-a-Chip (SoC), SystemVerilog, Team Player, Technical/Engineering Design, Testing, Timing Verification, United States Citizen, Verilog Hardware Description Language ## Description * Evaluate architectural trade-offs based on features, performance requirements and system limitations * Define micro-architecture, implement the RTL in Verilog/System Verilog, integrate that in top level and deliver the fully verified, synthesis/timing clean design * Work closely with verification team to ensure all aspects of the design are covered and verified * Provide timing constraint for those IPs and support the physical implementation team (synthesis, timing closure, formality check) * Participate in silicon bring-up and validation ## Related Videos - [Your next 10x engineer isn't in your city. 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