C - Focused Design Verification Engineer

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

Job summary

Apple Inc. in San Diego seeks a C-focused Design Verification Engineer to drive verification of wireless SOCs with C/UVM test environments. You will design and implement C tests for power vector testing, collaborate across Design, Architecture, and SW teams, and contribute to energy-efficient silicon solutions.

The role requires strong C/C++/assembly skills, Verilog/SystemVerilog proficiency, and deep verification expertise. Base pay ranges reflect market norms; relocation and benefits may apply.

Qualifications

• BS and at least 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience with C/C++/assembly programming and Verilog/SystemVerilog.
• Understand C compilation flow and makefile.
• Solid verification skills in problem solving, constrained random testing, and debugging.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with architecture and RTL power designers on defining power vector tests and verifying functionality correctness of the Wireless SoC design
• Develop test plan and test environments in C or UVM
• Develop complex power vector tests for wireless protocol designs in C or assembly
• Preparing and executing the test plan and performing reviews with the cross functional teams
• Collaborating cross functionally with Design, Architecture, Power, Silicon Validation, Performance and SW Teams

Skills

C/C++/assembly programming

Verilog/SystemVerilog

C compilation flow & makefile

Problem solving & debugging

Reusable verification framework

Digital logic design / architecture

Education

BS degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or related

MSEE preferred

Tools

UVM

Job description

C - Focused Design Verification Engineer

Would you like to join Apple’s growing wireless silicon development team? Our wireless SOC organization is responsible for all aspects of wireless silicon development with a particular emphasis on highly energy efficient design and new technologies that transform the user experience at the product level, all of which is driven by a world-class vertically integrated engineering team spanning RF/Analog architecture and design, Systems/PHY/MAC architecture and design, VLSI/RTL design and integration, Emulation, Design Verification, Test and Validation, and FW/SW engineering.

Description

As a C- Focused Design Verification Engineer, you will be at the center of a chip design effort collaborating with all disciplines, with a critical impact on getting functional products to millions of customers quickly. You will play a key role in designing and implementing C tests for the wireless SoCs verification and power analysis.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with architecture and RTL power designers on defining power vector tests and verifying functionality correctness of the Wireless SoC design
• Develop test plan and test environments in C or UVM
• Develop complex power vector tests for wireless protocol designs in C or assembly
• Preparing and executing the test plan and performing reviews with the cross functional teams
• Collaborating cross functionally with Design, Architecture, Power, Silicon Validation, Performance and SW Teams

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
• Experience with C/C++/assembly programming and Verilog/SystemVerilog
• Understand C compilation flow and makefile
• Solid verification skills in problem solving, constrained random testing, and debugging
• Solid understanding of reusable verification framework
• Knowledge of digital logic design, chip architecture, and microarchitecture
• Develop complex tests or power vectors in assembly, or C according to test plans

Preferred Qualifications

• MSEE preferred
• Knowledge of industry standard interfaces
• Understanding of ARM V7 or V8 architecture is plus
• Experience in setting UVM/System TB with embedded C tests
• Good understanding of CPU architecture and instruction sets
• Experience in System level tests with Python or other Scripting language is plus
• Excellent analytical and debug skills
• Experience in UVM DV
• Experience with porting simulation tests to emulation is a plus
• Knowledge of wireless protocols is a plus
• Should be a great teammate with excellent communication skills and be able to work independently on the verification efforts

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.

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