Apple · 2 months ago
SerDes System Validation Engineer
Cupertino, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
10+ years expApple is seeking a SerDes System Validation Engineer to lead system validation of mixed-signal SerDes IP. In this role, you will collaborate with various teams to validate and debug embedded circuits, ensuring the delivery of high-quality products.
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Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Preferred
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
Very knowledgeable about and experienced with common high-speed SerDes protocols (e.g., PCIe, USB, UCIe, OIF, etc.)
Experience with 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
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 scenarios
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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