SoC Correlation Product Engineer

Summary

Posted: Jan 15, 2025

Role Number:200549508

Do you love crafting sophisticated solutions to highly complex challenges? Do you intrinsically see the importance in every detail? As part of our Silicon Technologies group, you'll help design and manufacture our next-generation, high-performance, power-efficient processor, system-on-chip (SoC). Joining this group means you'll be responsible for crafting and building the technology that operates Apple's devices. Together, you and your team will enable our customers to do all the things they love with their devices. We promote innovation and new technology. The people who work here have reinvented and defined entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple TV, Apple Watch, AirPods, HomePod and a multitude of groundbreaking Accessories. The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices - strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it. You should join us to help deliver the next amazing Apple product. We are seeking a multifaceted engineer to develop system level test programs for debug, characterization, qualification, and production of SoC devices. If you enjoy fast-paced and challenging environment and collaborating with people across different functional areas as well as thriving during crisis times, we encourage you to apply!

Description

- Perform measurements that directly impact SoC power & performance for various next generation products. - Work on groundbreaking technologies & new designs and collaborate with multiple multi-functional teams including design, validation, test, manufacturing, system test & software to identify issues and implement corrective actions. - Work closely with ATE and software teams to identify & develop case tests, benchmarks to be used in production testing, and characterization. - Characterize multiple test setups, correlate to ATE and optimize production screening guardband for each system individually. - Define characterization plans, perform statistical data analysis and drive correlation & data reviews across multiple cross-functional teams and sign off on all silicon characterization activities. - Multi-task and manage multiple programs at different stages. - Central point of contact for multiple teams with direct impact on product.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of a BS degree (in a relevant field of study)

Key Qualifications

• Strong technical understanding of semiconductor concepts Vmin, Power, Impact of Temp / Aging etc.
• Role requires good data exploration, statistical analysis and summarization skills
• Ideal candidate has exposure / understanding of system level characterization using functional (Dhrystone etc) / virus tests & correlating to ATE ATPG / BIST content.
• Strong fundamentals of PDN, Signal / Power Integrity and impact on Vmin / LVCC
• Understanding of ATE test fundamentals including content like ATPG SA, TDF and MBIST.
• Proficiency in one programming / scripting language: Python, Perl, JSL, etc.
• Exposure to data analysis tools like JMP, Data Conductor, Optimal+, Tableau is a plus.

Preferred Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

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 $117,800 and $177,900, 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.

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

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• Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.