Analog Mixed Signal IC Designer

Analog Mixed Signal Ic Designer

We are seeking motivated Analog Mixed-Signal designers to join our high-speed SerDes team. Our team specializes in building next generation high-performance wireline transceivers delivering intellectual-property (IP) for Apple's world-leading system-on-chip (SOC)! In this role, you will actively work with cross-functional Analog Mixed-Signal design teams to create state-of-the-art IPs key to Apple's products. You will be challenged to make the best-in-class designs to surprise and delight Apple customers. With transforming the user experience in focus, you will get an opportunity to work on designs which makes the best systems. This enables you to learn to end-to-end system while exceeding the highest expectations of quality, innovation and efficiency. If you have strong fundamentals and a track record of tackling technical challenges, if you are passionate about learning new skills and improving the value of your work, if you like to be tuned to the bigger-picture while diving deeply into the details to innovate and solve problems, we invite you to join and grow with our team!

Minimum Qualifications

• BSEE required

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical Expertise: Demonstrated proficiency in high-speed analog/mixed-signal architecture and circuit design, including frequency synthesizers, ADCs, DACs, RO/LC oscillators, regulators, on-chip sensors, compensation techniques, droop detection and recovery, and digitally-assisted analog techniques.
• Clocking Mastery: Deep understanding of clocking fundamentals, with a solid grasp of phase noise, jitter analysis, budgeting, and feedback loop dynamics.
• Simulation and Modeling: Skilled in designing/debugging RTL, developing System Verilog models, and performing behavioral simulations to explore new architectural performance and functions.
• Attention to Detail: Exceptional focus on understanding the problems at hand and their systemic impacts, ensuring thoroughness in problem-solving.
• Experience in the following areas is a plus:
• Concepts of timing closure and related industry tools (e.g., Nanotime, Primetime)
• Concepts of IP delivery and quality checks
• Knowledge of common high-speed SerDes protocols (e.g., PCIe, USB, DP, MPHY) is helpful
• Skills in scripting and automation to improve efficiency are highly desirable
• Team Collaboration: Outstanding teamwork capabilities paired with strong productivity and scripting skills, ideally with experience in using industry-standard design tools.

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 $114,100 and $171,800, 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.

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.