Silicon Supplier Excellence Engineer

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 195,000 - 355,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock programs

Relocation assistance

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a senior design engineer in Boulder, CO to drive technical engagements between Apple and silicon/IP suppliers.

The role covers all phases from micro-architecture through post-silicon validation and qualification, with a focus on SOC implementation and complex IC development. You will lead verification and qualification efforts across internal and external teams, and steer data-driven decisions by distilling key findings for executive audiences.

Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field with extensive IC design experience.
• Proven experience in integrated circuit design and design automation tools.
• Hands-on SOC implementation with frontend and backend digital tool suites (place-and-route, synthesis, verification).
• Strong communication and program management skills, with ability to coordinate multi-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Be a member of a team driving technical exchanges with Architecture, Design Methodology, Hardware Design, Software Design and Implementation, Product and Test, and Reliability Engineering.
• Lead hardware and software verification, validation, and qualification activities between Apple internal teams and suppliers, ensuring timely completion.
• Distill and present critical data from internal and external partners to enable data-driven decisions.

Skills

IC design

EDA tools

SOC implementation

Communication skills

Program management

Debug leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Place and route tools

Synthesis tools

Design verification tools

Job description

Boulder, Colorado, United States Hardware

At Apple, we craft the future of technology and make the impossible happen. From iPhones, to Macs and to the all new Apple Vision Pro; it all starts with a vision made possible through Apple Silicon. The groundbreaking A19, M5 and R1 SoCs are the result of planning and execution that were many years in the making. Come join us to do your life's best work in this rare opportunity to help define the next big thing that will surprise and delight the world!

Description

Apple has an extraordinary opportunity for a senior level design engineer to drive and lead technical engagements between Apple and silicon and IP suppliers working on groundbreaking technologies. We seek individuals with significant experience with all phases of silicon development spanning micro-architecture specification, pre-silicon activities (e.g. simulation, emulation and verification), post-silicon activities (e.g. bring-up, validation, characterization and qualification), and implementations. You will also have knowledge of digital, analog and memory technology product development and productization tasks required for high volume manufacturing, including characterization, validation, qualification, and statistical analysis.

Responsibilities

• Be a member of a team that drives technical exchanges and direction with appropriate supplier teams such as Architecture, Design Methodology, Hardware Design, Software Design and Implementation, Product and Test, and Reliability Engineering.
• Lead hardware and software verification, validation, and qualification activities between Apple internal teams and suppliers, and be responsible to oversee these various joint efforts and ensure that they complete on schedule.
• Filter and distill critical data from both internal and external technical and business partners into relevant information targeted to the audience needed to make data driven decisions.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering or related field + 20 years relevant experience.
• Proven experience in integrated circuit design and design automation tools.
• SOC Implementation Skills. Hands on experience with the front end and back end digital tool suites, i.e. place and route, synthesis and design verification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Deep knowledge of EDA tools and approaches for managing both the design complexity and large technical teams.
• Knowledge of EDA tools and approaches for managing both the design complexity and large technical teams.
• Strong communication and program management skills are required.
• Comfortable with dynamic schedule driven development, crisis management, and directing multi-functional debug efforts.
• Excellent verbal and written social skills.

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 $194,700 and $354,700, 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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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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