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Job Location drjobs

Cupertino, CA - USA

Yearly Salary drjobs

$ 212000 - 318400

Vacancy

1 Vacancy

Job Description

The ideal candidate should have experience in high-speed serial links with expertise in the following: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 scenariosExperience in the following areas is desirable:Able to think outside of the box and come up with creative solutions for system validationKnowledge of system level considerations e.g. ESD requirements


  • MSEE with 10 years relevant experience or PhD with 7 years relevant experience.


  • 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.


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 $212000 and $318400 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 Apples 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 Apples Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youll 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.

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Senior IC

Employment Type

Full Time

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