Silicon Validation Engineer

Silicon Validation Engineer San Diego, California, United States Hardware Summary Posted: Mar 24, 2025 Role Number: 200596645-3543 In this highly visible role, you will perform lab characterization and validation of various analog & mixed signal embedded circuits; and collaborate with multi-functional teams to launch the world's most premiere mobile SoCu2019s.At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich peopleu2019s lives. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Do you like changing the game? We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and especially motivated Analog Mixed Signal IP Silicon Validation Engineer As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to work on upcoming products that will delight and encourage millions of Appleu2019s customers every day Description You will be part of a small team responsible for:-Leading efforts to bring up, validate, and characterize high-speed SerDes blocks.-Possessing hands-on experience with various high-speed SerDes architectures, including NRZ and PAM, as well as associated protocols.-Demonstrating in-depth knowledge of crucial SerDes blocks such as CTLE, DFE, FFE, CDR, and PLLs, along with their characterization and debugging processes.-Being proficient in using test and measurement equipment like high-speed oscilloscopes and BERTs.-Understanding SerDes adaptation techniques.-Experience analyzing SerDes signal integrity.-Experience with high-speed protocols such as USB, PCIe, DP, etc.-Exhibiting strong debugging and problem-solving skills, with data investigation and mining expertise.-Developing robust test methodologies to evaluate performance and calculate high-speed serial interfaces (SerDes) operating margins across PVT variations.-Supporting ATE and Product Engineering Minimum Qualifications + BSEE and 7+ years related industry experience Preferred Qualifications + MSEE and 7+ years related industry experience + Hands on SerDes Lab experience + Python programming experience Pay & Benefits At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $171,600 and $302,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Appleu2019s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Appleu2019s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youu2019ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses u2014 including tuition. 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Created: 2026-04-04