Summary
Posted: Jan 10, 2025
Role Number:200586150
In this dynamic role, you will be responsible for working on leading-edge technology nodes, testing custom analog and mixed signal designs for our world-class products. You will join a hardware characterization team that promotes engineering excellence, creativity, and innovation. Envision the possibilities that await you at Apple. Collaborate with our team to shape the future of exceptional devices, services, and customer experiences. Innovation thrives here, propelling groundbreaking ideas into extraordinary products and transformative experiences. Embrace your passion and dedication and unlock your full potential within our dynamic environment. Will you help us design the next generation of revolutionary Apple products?
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Description
You will join the design and validation team responsible for ensuring that internally developed silicon meets the design and functional specifications. You will be responsible for developing and executing test methodologies for validating silicon performance throughout the silicon and product development cycles. You will collaborate with analog mixed signal design, system integration, and automated test equipment (ATE) test engineers. You will be responsible for: - Silicon validation, bench testing, and characterization of custom mixed-signal ICs. - Collaborating with design team on silicon validation and characterization test plans. - Develop electrical tests using analog interfaces, FPGA and JTAG to validate IPs. - Develop board-level solutions for characterization and emulation platforms to meet design team requirements. - Define test equipment, schematic, and layout requirements to enable on-bench testing. - Automate tests, extract results, and generate test reports. Compare measured performance to design specifications. - Collaborate with designers and cross-functional teams at silicon and module levels. - Support production engineer and failure analysis debug in the lab.
Minimum Qualifications
- BSEE and 3+ years of related industry experience required.
- Experience testing PLLs, ADCs, DACs, LDOs, and voltage references regulators.
- Hands-on experience with lab equipment including digital multimeter, source meter, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, oscilloscope, power supply, logic analyzer, etc.
- Hands-on experience with test automation using Python and data analysis tools.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications
- Master's or PhD preferred in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
- Excellent Python programming, debug and troubleshooting skills.
- Experience with PCB bring up and SI/PI measurements.
- Hands-on experience with compliance tests for standard interfaces like MIPI, DisplayPort, and USB.
Pay & Benefits
- At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $143,100 and $264,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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- Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.