Mixed Signal IP Post-Silicon Validation Engineer Waltham,Massachusetts,United States Hardware 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 dedicated Mixed Signal IP Post-Silicon Validation Engineer! In this highly visible role, you will perform lab validation and characterization of analog/mixed-signal circuits; and you will collaborate with many fields to launch the world's premiere mobile chips. As a member of our multifaceted group, we have the rare and great opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and encourage millions of Apple’s customers every day! **Description** You will be member of the post silicon validation team responsible for leading test and characterization for various integrated circuit IPs, such as SERDES, ADCs, DACs, PLLs, clocks, memory interfaces, and I/Os. You will setup, debug, and maintain lab test setup and develop automated testing scripts in Python for silicon bring up and characterization. You will collect and analyze characterization data and generate reports, and work with chip designers, system HW and SW teams to debug any issue during validation/characterization. **Minimum Qualifications** + BS degree in technical discipline with minimum 10 years of relevant experience. **Key Qualifications** **Preferred Qualifications** + Experience developing automated testing script and instrument controls, Python preferred. + Familiar with measurement equipment including signal generator, spectrum analyzer, oscilloscope. + Emphasis on quality of work: should self-check scripts, test patterns, and reports. + Hands-on experience with high-volume production including ATE test development and ATE/bench correlation. + Solid understanding and expertise in silicon bring-up, debug and validation of analog/mixed-signal circuit blocks including ADCs, DACs, SERDES, PLLs, DLLs, filters, bandgap, biasing circuits, LDO regulators, amplifiers, comparators, switched-cap circuits and oscillators. + Ability to drive results, drive what matters and manage complexity. + Excellent written and verbal communication skills **Education & Experience** **Additional Requirements** + 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. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) **Apple Footer** 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 (Opens in a new window) . Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) . Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) . Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) . Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) . Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.