Apple · 1 month ago
Custom Silicon Architect
Cupertino, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$212K/yr - $386K/yr
10+ years expApple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. The role involves contributing to the development of next-generation camera hardware and driving electro-mechanical system definition with a focus on custom silicon.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Work with cross-functional teams including mechanical, optical, firmware, product/test and camera systems engineers to define silicon based solutions for the next generation of products
Provide IC specific and broad electrical engineering support to camera HW and cross-functional teams
Individually and independently analyze, understand, identify gaps, propose optimized solutions for early and somewhat undefined camera systems
Review and provide guidance for board level design including associated components, signals and power supply
Qualification
Required
Experience working with complex systems design for high volume products, preferably in the camera or sensing hardware spaces
Experience distilling silicon components requirements from system level understanding, including partitioning between HW/FW/SW
Experience with complex analog/mixed signal IC development
Preferred
10+ years of relevant industry experience
Experience with the development and analysis of experiments to root-cause challenging electrical problems
Solid understanding of embedded FW/host SW interaction
Understanding of board level design/constraints
Sharp problem-solving skills and critical thinking
Strong commitment to going above and beyond to get work done at the highest quality
Strong written and verbal communication and presentation skills
Experience in the fields of autofocus and optical stabilizations (AF/OIS) drive, sensing and controls
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
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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