SoC Test Engineer

Apple, Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 167,000 - 296,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Apple stock programs

Relocation assistance

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Austin, Texas seeks an experienced SoC Test Engineer to craft and debug ATE programs and hardware for characterization, qualification, and production of SoC devices.

In this fast-paced role you will develop test plans, design and debug test software and hardware, and coordinate activities with internal and external teams to bring scalable, high-quality test solutions for mass production. Travel is required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree plus 10 years of experience.
• Strong programming skills for writing and debugging test programs and hardware.
• Experience with digital VLSI SoC and semiconductor testing.
• Deep knowledge of ATE testers and test methodology.
• Travel willingness as required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and document test plan for new devices.
• Design and debug test SW & HW.
• Debug new silicon
• Bring quality and efficient test solution for mass production.
• Coordinate test related activities with both internal and external group.
• Evaluate new product's testability and operability.

Skills

Programming skills

PERL scripting

C/C++

Digital VLSI knowledge

Test program debugging

Oscilloscope/logic analyzer

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Teradyne UFlex/J750/ip750

Advantest 93k platforms

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

Job description

Do you love crafting sophisticated solutions to highly complex challenges? Do you intrinsically see the importance in every detail? As part of our Silicon Technologies group, you'll help design and manufacture our next-generation, high-performance, power-efficient processor, system-on-chip (SoC). You'll ensure Apple products and services can seamlessly and efficiently handle the tasks that make them beloved by millions. Joining this group means you'll be responsible for crafting and building the technology that fuels Apple's devices. Together, we will enable our customers to do all the things they love with their devices!

As our SoC Test Engineer you will be crafting and debugging ATE programs and hardware for characterization, qualification, and production of SoC devices. If you enjoy fast-paced and challenging environment and collaborating with people across different functional areas as well as thriving during crisis times, we encourage you to apply!

Description

• Develop and document test plan for new devices.
• Design and debug test SW & HW.
• Debug new silicon
• Bring quality and efficient test solution for mass production.
• Coordinate test related activities with both internal and external group.
• Evaluate new product's testability and operability.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree + 10 Years of Experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong Programming skills for writing and debugging test programs and test related hardware development (i.e. Teradyne UFlex/J750/ip750, Advantest 93k platforms.)
• Proficiency in programming with Scripting languages (i.e., PERL) and high level languages (i.e., C/C++ or Visual Basic.)
• Deep understanding on ATE tester and test program
• Experience working on digital VLSI SoC.
• Expertise in Semiconductor Test Methodology.
• Deep understanding of Electronic Engineering Fundamentals, Design for Test and Manufacturing Concepts.
• In depth knowledge of Semiconductor Manufacturing Process.
• Understanding of semiconductor product life cycle.
• Able to work with test equipment (i.e., oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.)
• Travel is required

Pay & 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 $166,600 and $296,000, 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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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 $175,500 and $311,700, 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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.