Validation Engineering

Silicon Validation Engineer
In this highly visible role, you will perform lab characterization and validation of various analog & mixed signal embedded circuits; and collaborate with multi-functional teams to launch the world's most premiere mobile SoC's. At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people's lives. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Do you like changing the game? We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and especially motivated Analog Mixed Signal IP Silicon Validation Engineer! As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to work on upcoming products that will delight and encourage millions of Apple's customers every day!
You will be part of a small team responsible for:

Leading efforts to bring up, validate, and characterize high-speed SerDes blocks.
Applying hands-on expertise with various high-speed SerDes architectures, including NRZ and PAM, and their associated protocols.
Analyzing and debugging critical SerDes components such as CTLE, DFE, FFE, CDR, and PLLs, and optimizing their performance through thorough characterization.
Using high-speed test and measurement equipment, including oscilloscopes and BERTs, to evaluate SerDes performance.
Implementing and assessing SerDes adaptation techniques to improve signal integrity and link reliability.
Conducting detailed signal integrity analysis for high-speed data transmission.
Working with high-speed protocols such as USB, PCIe, and DisplayPort, ensuring protocol compliance and robust performance.
Investigating data, troubleshooting complex issues, and applying strong problem-solving skills to resolve SerDes-related challenges.
Developing and executing test methodologies to determine operating margins of high-speed serial interfaces across PVT (Process, Voltage, Temperature) variations.
Collaborating with ATE and Product Engineering teams to support SerDes characterization, validation, and product release.
Minimum Qualifications:

~ Bachelors degree required.

Preferred Qualifications:

MSEE and relevant experience, preferred.
Hands on SerDes Lab experience.
Python programming experience.
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 $122,700 and $214,300, 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.
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