Summary
Posted: Dec 7, 2023
Role Number:200511923
Would you like to join Apple's growing wireless silicon development team? Our wireless SOC organization is responsible for all aspects of wireless silicon development with a particular emphasis on highly energy efficient design and new technologies that transform the user experience at the product level, all of which is driven by a world-class vertically integrated engineering team spanning RF/Analog architecture and design, Systems/PHY/MAC architecture and design, VLSI/RTL design and integration, Emulation, Design Verification, Test and Validation, and FW/SW engineering. As a Wireless FPGA Prototype Design Engineer, you will be at the center of the silicon design group with a meaningful role getting functional products to millions of customers quickly. Wouldn't you love a dynamic yet challenging role as a Wireless FPGA Prototype Design Engineer here at Apple?
Key Qualifications
Key Qualifications
We'd like you to have: BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience. MSEE preferred. Good knowledge in modern design techniques and SOC, ASIC implementation. Experienced with large and latest FPGA development on AMD/Xilinx or Intel/Altera devices. Very familiar with Xilinx's build flow including design entry in Verilog, synthesis, place and route, timing constraints and timing closure Experience with verification methodologies, RTL and gate level simulation and debug System Verilog, scripting and modeling language (e.g python, perl, tcl) Hands on experience with lab debug equipment, such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzer Solid background in computer architecture/wireless applications including one or more of the followings: Bus fabric, especially APB/AHB/AXI, USB, I2C, SPI System debug architecture Wireless standards, such as IEEE 802.11, Bluetooth Track record of bringing logic designs into mass production Excellent communication skills and self-motivation/organization Experience with emulation platform and multi-FPGA platform such as HAPs, Palladium is a plus Ability to collaborate and drive production test/QA methodologies
Description
Description
As a Wireless ASIC/FPGA Prototyping Design Engineer, you will work in a team developing signal processing intensive design for wireless communication SoCs, including: - System- and hardware-level definition - ASIC prototyping from requirement to implementation and lab debug - FPGA Synthesis, partition and timing constraints, timing closure - Tests and debugs the FPGA/emulation model and collaterals - Maintain common design platform for ASIC as well as FPGA, with considerations for memories, I/O pads, gated clocks and complex generated clocks - Develop and maintain ASIC/FPGA prototyping methodology and emulation flow - Synchronizing between SW, verification and design groups - Collaborate with pre-silicon and post-silicon bring-up/validation efforts to improve FPGA/emulation model usability as well as software development/validation efficiency
Education & Experience
Education & Experience
BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience. MSEE preferred.
Additional Requirements
Additional Requirements
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.
Pay & Benefits
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 $138,900 and $256,500, 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.
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