At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people’s 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 visionary and uncommonly talented IC Designer. As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and rewarding opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple’s customers every single day.
Description
In this role, the key responsibilities are the following: Involved in specifications of analog portions of IC. Behavioral modeling to validate architectures. Transistor-level feasibility studies for various blocks in ADC/DAC. Crafting blocks and documenting design towards formal design reviews. Drive mask design to implement layout view of designs. Top-level simulations to validate top-level integration. Defining production/bench-level test-plans. Taking lab measurements to validate analog designs. Driving/reviewing yield/lab test results to drive bug fixes. Design for ESD compliance.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's of Science in Electric Engineering with 3+ years of relevant experience preferred
Preferred Qualifications
Do you have a proven track record of taking chips to production in the following areas?
Deep knowledge of ADC/DAC architectures and knowing which are suitable for given applications
Deep knowledge of band-gaps, bias, op-amps, switched-cap circuits, LDOs, feedback and compensation techniques
Proven expertise in the following areas:
Significant knowledge of low noise design techniques
Significant knowledge of high precision techniques in presence of device mismatch
Experience in C / Matlab / Verilog modeling
Strong device physics knowledge as it applies to analog IC designs
Proven working experience in using spectrum analyzers, oscilloscopes, signal generators, etc. to validate analog designs
Extensive experience working with production test engineers to firm up test plans and design for testability details
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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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 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.
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.
Apple
Apple Inc. nestled in Cupertino, California, stands as a titan in the technology realm. Born in 1976, thanks to the visionary trio—Steve Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Wayne—Apple initially made waves with personal computers. Fast forward, and their repertoire now brims with a myriad of consumer electronics, software, and services. With a market cap often soaring beyond $2 trillion, Apple consistently ranks among the globe's most valuable companies, boasting impressive revenues and profit margins. Apple's relentless pursuit of innovation, coupled with a design philosophy centered around user experience, has cemented its legacy. Recent investments in augmented reality, artificial intelligence, and health technology further illustrate its commitment to the future. Even as it faces stiff competition, Apple continues to set benchmarks in both design and functionality, making it a cornerstone of the tech industry.