Silicon Validation Engineer • Mid-Level

Who you are

You have a strong background in silicon validation, particularly with analog and mixed signal embedded circuits. Your hands-on experience with high-speed SerDes architectures, including NRZ and PAM, sets you apart as a forward-thinking engineer. You possess in-depth knowledge of crucial SerDes blocks such as CTLE, DFE, FFE, CDR, and PLLs, along with their characterization and debugging processes. Your proficiency in using test and measurement equipment like high-speed oscilloscopes and BERTs is essential for this role. You understand SerDes adaptation techniques and have experience analyzing SerDes signal integrity. Your familiarity with high-speed protocols such as USB, PCIe, and DP enhances your ability to contribute effectively to the team. You exhibit strong debugging and problem-solving skills, with a knack for data investigation and mining expertise.

What you'll do

In this role, you will lead efforts to bring up, validate, and characterize high-speed SerDes blocks, ensuring they meet performance standards. You will collaborate with multi-functional teams to launch innovative mobile SoCs that delight millions of Apple customers. Your responsibilities will include developing robust test methodologies to evaluate performance and calculate high-speed product release metrics. You will also engage in hands-on lab work, utilizing your expertise to troubleshoot and resolve issues that arise during the validation process. Your contributions will directly impact the quality and reliability of Apple's cutting-edge products, making your role crucial to the company's success.

What we offer

At Apple, you will be part of a culture that values innovation and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. You will work alongside some of the brightest minds in the industry, contributing to projects that have a meaningful impact on people's lives. We encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't match every requirement, as we value diverse perspectives and backgrounds.