Silicon Validation Engineer

Apple Inc.; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 165,800 - 292,400; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Employee stock programs

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Waltham, MA is seeking an Analog Mixed Signal IP Silicon Validation Engineer to lead bring‑up and validation of high‑speed SerDes blocks.

You will work with multi‑functional teams to characterize NRZ/PAM SerDes architectures, CTLE/DFE/FFE/PLL blocks, and related protocols using high‑end test equipment. The role requires a BSEE with 10+ years of industry experience; MSEE is preferred, and Python scripting is a plus.

Qualifications

• BSEE required with 10+ years in the field.
• Strong SerDes knowledge including NRZ/PAM and related protocols.
• Hands-on experience with test equipment and debugging high‑speed interfaces.

Responsibilities

• Lead bring-up, validation, and characterization of SerDes blocks.
• Analyze SerDes signal integrity and performance across PVT variations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to validate and qualify silicon.

Skills

SerDes knowledge

Test & measurement

Debugging

Data analysis

Education

BSEE

MSEE (preferred)

Tools

Python

Job description

Waltham, Massachusetts, United States Hardware

In this highly visible role, you will perform lab characterization and validation of various analog & mixed signal embedded circuits; and collaborate with multi-functional teams to launch the world's most premiere mobile SoC’s.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 forward-thinking and especially motivated Analog Mixed Signal IP Silicon Validation Engineer! As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to work on upcoming products that will delight and encourage millions of Apple’s customers every day!

Description

• Leading efforts to bring up, validate, and characterize high-speed SerDes blocks.
• Possessing hands‑on experience with various high-speed SerDes architectures, including NRZ and PAM, as well as associated protocols.
• Demonstrating in-depth knowledge of crucial SerDes blocks such as CTLE, DFE, FFE, CDR, and PLLs, along with their characterization and debugging processes.
• Being proficient in using test and measurement equipment like high-speed oscilloscopes and BERTs.
• Understanding SerDes adaptation techniques.
• Experience analyzing SerDes signal integrity.
• Experience with high-speed protocols such as USB, PCIe, DP, etc.
• Exhibiting strong debugging and problem‑solving skills, with data investigation and mining expertise.
• Developing robust test methodologies to evaluate performance and calculate high-speed serial interfaces (SerDes) operating margins across PVT variations.
• Supporting ATE and Product Engineering.

Minimum Qualifications

• BSEE and 10+ years related industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• MSEE preferred.
• Python programming experience

Benefits

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 $165,800 and $292,400, 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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