Apple · 12 hours ago
Hardware Architect - Information Security
Seattle, WA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$172K/yr - $302K/yr
8+ years expApple is a leading technology company focused on protecting data in transit and at rest. They are seeking a Hardware Architect for their Information Security team to own and establish the vision for future generations of security hardware, manage program development, and collaborate with multi-functional partners to build innovative security products.
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Responsibilities
Own & establish the vision for future generations of security hardware
Translate security features into high-level HW/SW specifications and derive HW requirements to design a product
Manage the program seeking to realize the vision - hardware design, development, manufacturing, and deployment
Map the design concept to available components, developing a bill of materials for manufacturer(s)
Identify suitable components based on requirements
Validate end-to-end functionality, performance and reliability
Integrate feedback on current hardware into future designs
Generate performance projections for future systems
Research market benchmarks, including performance, cost, and scope of application
Be challenged to work under pressure and with ambiguity
Be adept at shifting directions and priorities
Be detail-oriented and self-motivated
Demonstrate excellence at multitasking, organizing, and prioritizing complex projects to meet deadlines
Cultivate your network by meeting new colleagues from across the business
Qualification
Required
BS in electrical or computer engineering, or equivalent work experience
Minimum 8 years relevant industry work experience
Ability to comprehend and develop hardware specifications, component selections, block diagrams, and schematics
Experience leading architecture reviews and approving system specifications
Understanding of security architecture and threat models
Guiding architecture tradeoff decisions at an executive level
Familiarity with DFT, DFM, and DFR principles
Understanding of performance modeling, including power/performance budgeting & simulation tools
Knowledge of hardware/software co-design and interface standards
Ability to create diagrams and make concise presentations to clearly present information to cross-functional teams
Experience in hardware abstraction & firmware interface definition
Self-driven with the ability to work autonomously while managing multiple simultaneous work tracks
Proven leadership of complex system development from concept to production bring-up
Ability to thrive in a self-directed, fast-paced environment, that is highly collaborative and multi-functional
Strong written and presentation skills, able to communicate effectively with engineers and senior leaders
Ability to build and maintain strong internal and external collaborative relationships
Preferred
MS in electrical or computer engineering, or equivalent work experience
Experience in system architecture development, including driver and firmware development
Schematic entry and management of design constraints for high-speed PCB layout using Cadence tools or similar
Exceptional HW/SW problem solving skills
Proven ability to ramp up quickly on new technologies
Experience using test & measurement equipment
Working knowledge of power supply design fundamentals
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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