Job Details

Digital/Mixed Signal IP Validation Engineer

Cupertino, California, United States

Hardware

Summary

Posted: May 20, 2025

Role Number: 200605560

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, smart people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work at Apple have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it.

Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Are you passionate about validating complex mixed-signal IP that powers groundbreaking Apple products? Join our team transforming hardware technology and help deliver the next generation of Apple Silicon!

Description

As a member of the Apple Silicon Validation Team, you will be responsible for bringing up, validating, and characterizing mixed-signal IP including on-chip memories, sensors, regulators, and other critical components. You will develop robust validation software, create automation frameworks, and conduct comprehensive PVT (Process, Voltage, Temperature) testing to ensure the highest quality standards are met. You will collaborate across multiple engineering disciplines to solve complex validation challenges and contribute to Apple's industry-leading silicon designs.
• Bring up new silicon and validation platforms for mixed-signal IP components
• Develop comprehensive validation software to interact with and test IP functionality
• Create and maintain automation frameworks to enhance testing efficiency and coverage
• Execute test plans and analyze results to verify design specifications are met
• Review design specifications and provide valuable feedback to IP designers
• Define and review platform requirements to support effective validation
• Coordinate with design, DV, DFT, hardware and lab teams to resolve issues
• Collaborate with DV teams on RTL simulations and waveform analysis
• Configure and automate lab instruments (oscilloscopes, DMMs, source meters, etc.)
• Generate detailed reports and dashboards to communicate validation status
• Present findings and analysis in cross-functional engineering forums
• Work with design/lab teams to define failure analysis experiments
• Develop specialized test content for silicon debug using advanced FA techniques

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with 0 years of experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of mixed-signal circuit behavior and validation methodologies

• Industry experience with mixed-signal IP validation preferred.

• Experience with automated test equipment and lab instrumentation

• Proficiency in programming (Python, C/C++, or similar languages)

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Strong communication skills and ability to work in cross-functional teams

• Experience with hardware debugging and troubleshooting techniques

• Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment

• Experience in scripting/automation using Python, Tcl, Perl, or Shell

• Proficiency with source control applications (Git, SVN, Perforce)

• Experience in test data management and analysis

• Familiarity with data analysis tools (Pandas, R, JMP, Tableau)

• Knowledge of DFT concepts, JTAG protocols, device physics, and ASIC design flows

• Ability to read and understand RTL and analog circuit designs

• Experience with DFT test pattern generation, playback, and debug

• Background in statistical analysis and experiment design.

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 $111,342 and $183,600 annualized, 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 Apple’s 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 Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll 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 — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more about Apple Benefits. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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