Apple · 2 months ago
SerDes Micro Architect
San Diego, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$172K/yr - $302K/yr
10+ years expApple is seeking a self-motivated SERDES Micro Architect to drive the definition of their next generation IPs. The SERDES IPs will be used in Apple silicon offering breakthrough power and performance for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Define the Micro Architecture of analog mixed-signal IPs with emphasis on SERDES design
Review firmware code, analog and digital circuits and will verify that the design meets performance requirements
Work with silicon evaluation and design verification teams to define expected behavior
Lead the debug effort in system bring up and factory test
Work with signal integrity engineers to determine system requirements
Qualification
Required
BS degree in technical discipline with minimum 10 years of relevant experience
Preferred
Experience leading the definition of high-speed SERDES receiver, transmitter, and clocking blocks
Deep understanding of adaptation and optimization algorithms
Deep understanding of communications and information theory
Proficiency in equalizers, timing recovery and system identification
Proficiency in DSP concepts and applications
Familiarity with mixed-signal modeling in Python/MATLAB/C/C++
Experience in system design and performance tradeoff
Familiarity with simulation tools for analog, digital, and/or mixed-signal circuits
Familiarity with Machine Learning concepts
Experience in firmware or embedded software development is a plus
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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10001+ employees
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CEO
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SVP, Software Engineering
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