Apple · 1 day ago
Data Center - MLB Reliability Engineer
Austin, TX
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expApple is a company that defines industry standards and values creative problem-solving. In this role, you will collaborate with diverse hardware teams to develop reliability strategies for next-generation Data Center motherboards, ensuring they meet high uptime and availability requirements.
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Responsibilities
Lead the board-level reliability strategy for high-performance computing (HPC) motherboards and server systems
Utilize Design and Process FMEA to identify, categorize, and eliminate failure modes early in the design cycle
Apply physics-of-failure principles to analyze semiconductor packages, Second Level Interconnects (SLI), and PCB materials
Develop advanced reliability models such as Reliability Block Diagrams (RBDs), Markov Chains, and Bayesian analysis to quantify board-level risk and its contribution to overall system availability
Translate Reliability, Availability, and Serviceability (RAS) metrics for large-scale data center deployments into actionable board-level design targets and validation criteria
Design and execute comprehensive test plans including Mechanical Stress, Environmental Testing, and Accelerated Life Testing (ALT)
Drive rigorous Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and perform statistical analysis to assess design maturity
Work with cross-functional teams to translate system-level availability requirements into component specifications
Qualification
Required
BS in Materials Science, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering or an equivalent field desired with 5+ years of experience
Proficiency in statistical life data analysis
Strong knowledge of Semiconductor package integration, SLI reliability, passive components, PCB reliability, bonding materials, and warpage control
Ability to apply FMEA (Failure Modes and Effects Analysis) methodologies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex statistical concepts to non-experts
Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
MS or PhD in Reliability Engineering, Systems Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Materials Science, or an equivalent field
Background in reliability for large-die packages, heterogeneous integration, and high-power server motherboards
Experience applying reliability modeling (Markov, RBD, Bayesian) and RAS metrics to Data Center architectures
Proficiency with reliability software (e.g., Weibull++, BlockSim, JMP, Minitab) and scripting languages for statistical modeling like Python, R, or MATLAB
A record of initiating innovation and continuous improvement in reliability methodologies
Dynamic and 'can-do' attitude with a desire to work with a great team and product
Exceptional problem-solving abilities and strong attention to detail
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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$5.67BKey Investors
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2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
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2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity
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CEO
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SVP, Software Engineering
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