Silicon Failure Analysis Engineer
Description For Silicon Failure Analysis Engineer
At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people's lives. As a Silicon Failure Analysis Engineer, you will be part of a dynamic group working on upcoming products that will impact millions of Apple's customers. This highly visible role involves performing failure analysis, characterization and validation of various analog and mixed signal embedded circuits.
You will be responsible for hands-on physical and electrical failure analysis at the silicon level, working with advanced technology nodes. Your responsibilities include conducting electrical and physical fault isolation, developing comprehensive FA methodologies, and preparing technical reports. You'll collaborate with multi-functional teams to launch the world's most premiere products.
The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree with 7+ years of relevant industry experience, though an MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related field is preferred. You should possess deep understanding of semiconductor physics, IC design, and advanced fabrication processes. Experience with various EFA tools and techniques such as LIT, FIB, SEM, and others is highly valued.
You'll work in an environment that values innovation and problem-solving, where your expert knowledge will be crucial in ensuring Apple products meet the highest standards before reaching customers. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology while collaborating with some of the best minds in the industry.
The position requires strong technical and communication skills, as you'll be responsible for conveying results to team members and upper management. You'll be part of Apple's commitment to excellence, working in an inclusive environment that encourages diversity and innovation.
Responsibilities For Silicon Failure Analysis Engineer
- Perform daily activities for silicon failure analysis (FA) for advanced technology nodes
- Conduct electrical and physical fault isolation using various FA tools
- Develop comprehensive FA methodologies for advanced silicon FA
- Prepare technical reports summarizing failure analysis findings
- Evaluate and maintain new equipment and techniques related to silicon failure analysis
Requirements For Silicon Failure Analysis Engineer
- Bachelor's degree with at least 7+ years of relevant industry experience in Silicon Failure Analysis
- Deep understanding of fundamental failure analysis methodology
- Hands-on proficiency in performing physical and electrical failure analysis at the silicon level
- In-depth knowledge of semiconductor, IC, and PCB design
- Knowledge of semiconductor physics and advanced fabrication processes
- Deep understanding of analog and mixed signal design/debug
- Proficiency in transistor device physics, Silicon device analysis, sophisticated CMOS processes and circuit analysis
- Strong technical writing and communication skills
- Ability to work effectively across engineering organizations and functions
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