Senior Mixed-Signal Verification Engineer

## About the Role As a Senior Mixed-Signal Verification Engineer at K2 Space, you will play a critical role in the development of state-of-the-art mixed-signal SoCs for high-power satellites. Your work will have a direct impact on the success of the company's missions, from designing and verifying complex mixed-signal systems to collaborating with cross-functional teams. You will be part of a team that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible in space technology. The role entails developing high-level behavioral models for analog and mixed-signal IP, creating abstracted models using Verilog, Verilog-AMS, or SystemVerilog, and driving mixed-signal verification methodology from the ground up. You will be working closely with the design team to ensure seamless integration of AMS models and providing modeling and verification insights during architectural reviews. K2 Space is a Series C space startup that is backed by leading investors and has signed contracts worth $500M with commercial and US government customers. The company is mass-producing the highest-power satellite platforms ever built, and your work will be crucial to the success of these missions. ## What You Will Do - Develop high-level behavioral models for analog and mixed-signal IP (ADCs, DACs, PLLs, LDOs, RF front-end blocks, biasing, amplifiers, etc.) - Create abstracted models using Verilog, Verilog-AMS, or SystemVerilog - Develop regression infrastructure and mixed-signal testbenches enabling co-simulation (digital + analog) - Integrate AMS models into digital verification environments (UVM-based) - Define and build the mixed-signal verification methodology for top-level SoC and subsystem verification - Support architectural exploration through early-phase modeling and system-level simulations - Collaborate with analog/RF designers to capture real-world analog behaviors and map them into accurate behavioral abstractions - Work with digital and verification teams to ensure seamless integration of AMS models - Provide modeling and verification insights during architectural reviews, PDR/CDR, and silicon bring-up - Act as a technical leader and subject-matter expert ## What We Are Looking For - M.S. or Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field - 5+ years of experience in analog/mixed-signal modeling and/or AMS verification - Hands-on experience with SystemVerilog, Verilog-AMS, wreal/RNM, or equivalent modeling languages - Strong understanding of analog/mixed-signal circuits (PLLs, LDOs, ADC/DACs, RF/IF paths, clocking, amplifiers) - Experience with mixed-signal co-simulation environments (Cadence AMS Designer, Synopsys VCS AMS, or similar) - Excellent communication and collaboration skills - Ability to work in a fast-paced, remote environment - Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail ## Nice to Have - Experience building AMS verification methodologies from scratch - Familiarity with UVM-based verification and digital design flows - Knowledge of signal processing theory, RF system modeling, or communication systems - Experience with MATLAB/Simulink, Python modeling, or SystemC AMS for high-level architectural modeling - Experience working in cross-functional, geographically distributed teams ## Benefits and Perks - Competitive base salary range - Equity in the company - Opportunity to work on cutting-edge space technology - Collaborative and dynamic work environment - Flexible remote work arrangements - Professional development opportunities - Access to the latest tools and technologies - Comprehensive health insurance - Generous PTO policy

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