Analog Circuit Design Engineer

Apple Inc.; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 185,000 - 325,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. seeks an experienced IC Designer to shape analog blocks, conduct transistor-level feasibility studies, and drive layout-to-test cycles for next-generation products.

You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure robust, production-ready designs and drive test plans through lab measurements. The role emphasizes deep analog expertise, mixed-signal architectures, and hands-on verification with measurement tools, contributing to high-performance chips used by millions of Apple

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electric Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience preferred.
• Strong knowledge of ADC/DAC architectures and analog block design.
• Experience with low-noise design and high-precision techniques.
• Experience in C / Matlab / Verilog modeling.
• Able to collaborate with test engineers and define test plans.

Responsibilities

• Involved in specifications of analog portions of IC.
• Behavioral modeling to validate architectures and transistor-level feasibility studies.
• Drive mask design and layout verification; perform top-level simulations.
• Define production/bench-level test plans and conduct lab measurements.
• Drive yield data analysis and design for testability, including ESD compliance.

Skills

Analog IC design

ADC/DAC architectures

Device physics

C programming

Matlab

Verilog modeling

Education

Bachelor's of Science in Electric Engineering

Tools

Verilog modeling

Spectrum analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Signal generators

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

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 visionary and uncommonly talented IC Designer. As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and rewarding opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple’s customers every single day.

Description

In this role, the key responsibilities are the following: Involved in specifications of analog portions of IC. Behavioral modeling to validate architectures. Transistor-level feasibility studies for various blocks in ADC/DAC. Crafting blocks and documenting design towards formal design reviews. Drive mask design to implement layout view of designs. Top-level simulations to validate top-level integration. Defining production/bench-level test-plans. Taking lab measurements to validate analog designs. Driving/reviewing yield/lab test results to drive bug fixes. Design for ESD compliance.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's of Science in Electric Engineering with 10+ years of relevant experience preferred

Preferred Qualifications

• Do you have a proven track record of taking chips to production in the following areas?
• Deep knowledge of ADC/DAC architectures and knowing which are suitable for given applications
• Deep knowledge of band-gaps, bias, op-amps, switched-cap circuits, LDOs, feedback and compensation techniques
• Proven expertise in the following areas:
• Significant knowledge of low noise design techniques
• Significant knowledge of high precision techniques in presence of device mismatch
• Experience in C / Matlab / Verilog modeling
• Strong device physics knowledge as it applies to analog IC designs
• Proven working experience in using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc. to validate analog designs
• Extensive experience working with production test engineers to firm up test plans and design for testability details

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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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
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