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Apple SerDes System Validation Engineer United States, Oregon, Beaverton 128610359
18.03.2025
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Description
Very knowledgeable about and experienced with common high-speed SerDes protocols (e.g., PCIe, USB, UCIe, OIF, etc.)Very knowledgeable in system bring-up of high-speed serial links, lab testing, and defining equipment needsVery knowledgeable in scripting (e.g. python, C, Matlab) for automation of validation efforts. Experience with system level S/W setup is a plusExperience in mixed-signal circuit pre-silicon verification and ability to closely work with circuit design team Knowledge of DFT to aid in the system validationExperience in leading mixed-signal SerDes system validationExperience with silicon bring-up, debug and production rampKnowledge of SerDes design and architecture including CDR and equalizationKnowledge of with Tx/Rx equalization techniques and adaptation Knowledge of link jitter budget for high-speed serial links and key block level requirementsKnowledge of ADC based links and equalization techniquesFamiliarity with PCB design and specificationsStrong communication, teamwork and problem solving skillsProven track record of delivering under difficult debug and validation scenarios
Minimum Qualifications
- Bachelors with 10+ years relevant experience
Preferred Qualifications
- Able to think outside of the box and come up with creative solutions for system validation
- Knowledge of system level considerations e.g. ESD requirements
- Ownership of SerDes system bring-up, validation and debug. This will involve a SerDes bring up in system environment, verifying basic operations, analyzing robustness and margins in system.
- Work with design teams to understand the architecture and define DFT needs to help enhance testability and first time silicon success.
- Be involved in mixed-signal verification tasks to better understand the SerDes operation and interaction with higher level control logic.
Additional Requirements
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.
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