Silicon Validation Engineer

A technology company that crafts products that enrich people's lives, known for creating premiere mobile SoCs.
$166,600 - $296,300
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Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
7+ years of experience
Hardware

Description For Silicon Validation Engineer

Apple is seeking a Silicon Validation Engineer to join their Hardware team in San Diego. This role offers a unique opportunity to work on cutting-edge mobile SoC development at one of the world's leading technology companies. The position involves performing lab characterization and validation of various analog & mixed signal embedded circuits, working with high-speed SerDes architectures, and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

As a Silicon Validation Engineer, you'll be responsible for leading validation efforts, developing test methodologies, and ensuring the quality of high-speed serial interfaces. The role requires extensive experience with SerDes architectures, test equipment, and debugging complex systems. You'll work with crucial SerDes blocks such as CTLE, DFE, FFE, CDR, and PLLs, while analyzing signal integrity and implementing adaptation techniques.

The position offers a competitive compensation package ranging from $166,600 to $296,300, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, stock options, and education reimbursement. This is an excellent opportunity for experienced engineers who want to contribute to products that impact millions of users worldwide while working with cutting-edge technology in a collaborative environment.

The ideal candidate will have at least 7 years of industry experience, strong technical expertise in SerDes validation, and excellent problem-solving skills. If you're passionate about pushing the boundaries of technology and want to be part of creating the world's most premiere mobile SoCs, this role at Apple offers the perfect platform for your career growth.

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Responsibilities For Silicon Validation Engineer

  • Lead efforts to bring up, validate, and characterize high-speed SerDes blocks
  • Develop test methodologies for evaluating performance
  • Calculate high-speed serial interfaces operating margins across PVT variations
  • Support ATE and Product Engineering
  • Analyze SerDes signal integrity

Requirements For Silicon Validation Engineer

Python
  • BSEE and 7+ years related industry experience
  • Experience with high-speed SerDes architectures (NRZ and PAM)
  • Proficiency with test and measurement equipment
  • Knowledge of SerDes blocks (CTLE, DFE, FFE, CDR, PLLs)
  • Strong debugging and problem-solving skills

Benefits For Silicon Validation Engineer

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Equity
Education Budget
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Employee stock programs
  • Education reimbursement
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation assistance
  • Employee discount on products
  • Free services

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