Job Description

Apple is seeking an enthusiastic signal integrity engineer for the Mac system technology team. The candidate will help with concept and feature development, rapid prototyping, The Mac organization is looking for an outstanding engineer to support the system-level signal integrity design, analysis and validation aspects of Mac and Data center products development. The candidate will work within the Mac System Technology organization to support the system-level Signal Integrity (SI), analysis and validation aspects of Mac and Accessory products development. The candidate should have deep knowledge and familiarity with all aspects of signal Integrity for high speed SerDes, parallel bus, single ended signaling, and signaling interfaces deployed in personal computers and peripherals. Come join us!

Description

The role involves pathfinding studies in silicon development phase where feedback is provided to silicon and packaging team on system integration tradeoffs. And the candidate is expected to work closely with System Design teams to provide detailed SI strategy and guidelines during design execution phase. The candidate is also expected to work with HW Validation teams to develop test-suites to perform system-level validation for evaluation of design margins on the all signal path. The roll includes the SI support through the specific project design process which can include system pathfinding and verification stages, and characterization reviews with continuing guidance through production and ramp.

Minimum Qualifications

• M.S Degree with 4~7 years relevant work experience
• Familiarity with all aspects of Signal Integrity for high speed SerDes, parallel bus, single ended signaling.
• Ability to complete channel analysis with Signal integrity EDA.
• Measurement expertise with frequency and time domain tools (VNA, TDR) including calibration methods.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ph.d with minimum 3~5 years experience.
• Deep knowledge system level SerDes design and analysis skills. The SerDes knowledge required includes understanding of transmitter and receiver equalization methods (including FFE, CTLE, DFE, VGA gain), CDR behaviors and modeling, link training algorithms and eye margining tool.
• Serial bus expertise shall include knowledge of the specifications of PCIe, USB, DisplayPort, HDMI and Thunderbolt. SI skills required include DOE analysis across channel variants, applying equalization and training as required for end-end channel analysis.
• Excellent documentation and communication skills, ability to work independently, a desire to mentor, and demonstrated ability to innovate are 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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.
  

• 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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