Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Engineer

Apple; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking team dedicated to designing cutting-edge analog and mixed-signal circuits for innovative products that enhance lives. As an Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Engineer, you will lead the development of critical components, collaborating with multi-functional teams to ensure high-quality designs that meet specifications. This role offers a dynamic environment where your problem-solving skills will shine, contributing to products that delight millions. Embrace the opportunity to drive your career forward in a company that values creativity and innovation.

Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of analog mixed-signal concepts and techniques.
• Hands-on experience with AMS IC development from definition to production.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of analog & mixed-signal circuits including SERDES and PLLs.
• Collaborate with teams to design innovative circuits and oversee layout implementation.

Skills

Analog Circuit Design

Mixed-Signal Circuit Design

SERDES

High-Speed Data Converters

PLL Design

Low-Power Techniques

Communication Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum Analyzers

Oscilloscopes

Job description

Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Engineer

Location: Waltham, Massachusetts, United States

Department: Hardware

Summary

Posted: Feb 13, 2025

Role Number: 200591409

In this role, you will actively work within the Analog & /Mixed-Signal (AMS) team to design and deliver hard IPs for Apple’s products. We are seeking a forward-thinking analog/mixed-signal engineer with experience in SERDES, high-speed data converters, PLLs, memory interface circuits, clocking circuits, and other analog/mixed-signal circuits. Join us to work on innovative products that will delight millions of Apple customers!

About Apple

At Apple, we work daily to craft products that enrich lives. We love tackling challenges that are unsolved and require strong fundamentals and problem-solving skills. If you're passionate about learning and improving your work, this role offers a dynamic environment where you can drive your career forward.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of analog & mixed-signal circuits including SERDES, high-speed data converters, PLLs, etc.
• Collaborate with multi-functional teams to architect and design innovative analog/mixed-signal circuits.
• Drive mask design and oversee layout implementation.
• Coordinate with IP consumers, define production/bench test plans, and conduct design reviews to ensure specifications are met.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of analog mixed-signal concepts such as mismatch mitigation, linearity, stability, low-power, and low-noise techniques.
• Experience with high-speed digital circuits like serializers, deserializers, counters, dividers, etc.
• Design experience in advanced CMOS technologies such as FinFET.
• Hands-on experience with AMS IC development from definition to high-volume production, including layout supervision and testing.
• Proficiency in lab testing of mixed-signal circuits using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, etc.
• Ability to build VerilogA/AMS behavioral models and analyze characterization data.
• Strong results-driven approach, ability to manage complexity.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to solve cross-functional problems.
• Expertise in designing analog/mixed-signal blocks like ADCs, DACs, PLLs, filters, biasing circuits, LDO regulators, amplifiers, etc.

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