System Instrument Design Architect Engineer

Summary Posted: Aug 29, 2024 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 200565371 The HWTE Electrical Engineering Instrument Team is working on an innovative test instrument solutions to Apple product for the electrical performance of iOS devices. The System Instrument Design Architect Engineer is responsible for architecting every the new instrument from early concept phase to detailed block diagrams that can be completed. This work includes close collaboration with both internal and external technology, silicon and module development teams on new feature exploration and improvements, definition of key instrument and/or chipset selection and nailing down instrument capability and trade offs. The candidate ideally has strengths in several functional areas to lead, drive or influence instrument module roadmaps and feature definitions. You should have experience analyzing systems, making architectural and implementation trade-offs; design of dedication, high quality, low cost instrument solution; scope component area requirements, interconnect requirements, integration challenges, Signal & Power integrity, Electromagnetic coexistence and power budgeting and analysis. This position requires strong written and verbal communication skills. Description Description Review & influence module roadmaps; keep current with technology trends; Multi-functional collaboration with other module and SW teams Work with x-functional engineering managers and architects on HW/SW enabling technologies Build internal and external instrument specifications requirement Review & influence system DFT decisions Define, simulate, and model product performance vs. power, area, cost and schedule. Define, develop, and apply tools, scripts for system modeling and analysis; tool and model development and maintenance Assess and supervise product system integration risks & implementation trade-offs with early prototype studies Use schematic and layout tools such as Cadence Concept & Allegro; develop new and novel methods of pre-route mentorship Assess hi-speed interface needs Predict & prepare for future product system integration & interconnect needs Prototyping, bring-up and debugging Position may require some domestic and international travel Minimum Qualifications Minimum Qualifications You have 10 yrs+ experience in system-level design for consumer electronics and embedded programming experience are strong pluses! You are hands-on in prototype bring-up and debugging, functional verification, manufacturing support, and have crafted and influenced system specification documents Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Preferred Qualifications Preferred Qualifications You have strong written and verbal communication skills coupled with your strong project and time management experience lending to your ability to drive multiple projects concurrently. We are a team of very fast learners across HW and SW engineering fields (be broad) with a highly curious about how and why things work and an outstanding intuition. Education & Experience Education & Experience Additional Requirements Additional Requirements 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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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. More 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.