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Apple Senior SerDes System Validation Engineer 
United States, California, San Diego 
186626478

18.11.2024
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 needs• Very knowledgeable in scripting (e.g. python, C, Matlab) for automation of validation efforts. Experience with system level S/W setup is a plus• Experience in mixed-signal circuit pre-silicon verification and ability to closely work with circuit design team • Knowledge of DFT to aid in the system validation• Experience in leading mixed-signal SerDes system validation• Experience with silicon bring-up, debug and production ramp• Knowledge of SerDes design and architecture including CDR and equalization• Knowledge of with Tx/Rx equalization techniques and adaptation • Knowledge of link jitter budget for high-speed serial links and key block level requirements• Knowledge of ADC based links and equalization techniques• Familiarity with PCB design and specifications• Strong communication, teamwork and problem solving skills• Proven track record of delivering under difficult debug and validation scenariosExperience in the following areas is desirable:• 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
Minimum Qualifications
  • MSEE with 10+ years relevant experience or PhD with 7+ years relevant experience.
Preferred Qualifications
  • • 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.
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 $296,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
  • 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.