Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Engineer

Apple; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 116,400 - 203,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Waltham, MA, is seeking an Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Engineer to join the AMS team. You will design and deliver hard IPs including SERDES, high-speed data converters, PLLs, and memory interfaces, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

The role spans definition to production with hands-on layout supervision, bench validation, and rigorous characterization to meet specifications. Strong fundamentals and collaboration are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Strong fundamentals in analog/mixed-signal design and verification.
• Experience with layout supervision and lab validation.
• Ability to work on high-speed mixed-signal circuits across teams.

Responsibilities

• Lead analog/mixed-signal circuit design including SERDES, PLLs and data converters.
• Coordinate with IP consumers, define test plans, and drive design reviews.
• Develop and validate block-level models and characterize designs.
• Support production ramp and yield improvement efforts.

Skills

AMS IC design

SERDES

PLL design

High-speed data converters

FinFET CMOS

Lab testing

Education

Bachelors in Electrical Engineering

Tools

Spectrum analyzer

Oscilloscope

Signal generator

Job description

Analog/Mixed-Signal Circuit Design Engineer

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States Hardware

In this role, you will actively work within the Analog & /Mixed-Signal (AMS) team to design and deliver hard IPs to Apple's products. We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking analog/mixed-signal engineer with background in SERDES, high-speed data converters, PLLs, memory interface circuits, clocking circuits and other analog/mixed-signal circuits. As a member of our team, you will have the rare and exciting ability to work on upcoming products that will surprise and delight millions of Apple's customers! At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people's lives. We love working on challenges that no one has solved yet. Do you have strong fundamentals and enjoy solving technical challenges? Are you passionate about learning new skills and improving the value of your work? This role offers all of this while offering a strong culture where you drive your own career.

Description

We have ownership lead development of analog & mixed-signal circuits including SERDES, high-speed data converters, PLLs and other analog mixed-signal circuits. You will be working with multi-functional teams to architect and design innovative analog/mixed-signal circuits. You will also drive mask design to implement layout view of designs. You will coordinate with IP consumers, help define production/bench-level test plans, and conduct design reviews of blocks with peers/management to show design meets spec targets and requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors of Science in Electrical Engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of analog mixed-signal concepts like mismatch mitigation, linearity, stability, low-power and low-noise techniques
• Experience with high-speed digital circuits (e.g., serializer, de-serializer, counters, dividers, etc.)
• Design experience in advanced CMOS technologies such as FinFET technology
• Hands-on experience with AMS IC development from definition to high-volume production including layout supervision, bench evaluation, correlation, and characterization
• Experience in lab testing of mixed-signal circuits and experience in using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc. to validate analog designs
• Able to build VerilogA/AMS behavioral models, analyze and lead characterization data from lab and volume testing
• Ability to drive results, drive what matters and manage complexity
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and ability to solve challenging cross-functional problems in a team environment
• Solid understanding and expertise in crafting analog/mixed-signal circuit blocks including ADCs, DACs, SERDES, PLLs, DLLs, filters, bandgap, biasing circuits, LDO regulators, amplifiers, comparators, switched-cap circuits and oscillators

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 $116,400 and $203,000, 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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