Sensor Process Engineer - Camera Hardware

Summary Posted: Feb 9, 2023 Role Number: 200462302 Why Apple? We live in a mobile and device driven world where knowledge of the physical world around us is needed. We rely on this knowledge to get around, to learn about our environment and to design and enable spectacular new and challenging features for custom applications. Apple is meeting those challenges as robustly and as creatively as possible and is looking for people who want to be a part of our Camera Sensing Devices Hardware team. The Camera Hardware team is responsible for all research, design, development, test, and qualification of camera hardware for Apple products. As a key member of the Camera Sensing Devices team, you will be responsible for working with suppliers to help design and bring up new sensing devices to enhance performance and yields. You will work with operations engineering on yield issues, as well as work with suppliers on process development to enable next generation sensing technologies. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications You will have 10-15+ years of process integration experience: Design and manufacturing experience in optoelectronic devices Hands-on experience with modern 300mm Silicon or III-V semiconductor process technology. Assembly process experience is a plus. Ability to use contemporary and industry standard process monitoring tools to statistically evaluate the performance of a manufacturing cell or module Ability to define simulations and work with physicists in realizing realistic simulations of new ideas Strong device physics, excellent analytical and problem analysis Ability to work closely with others in a very multi-functional team environment Demonstrated success with several designs fabricated in modern groundbreaking foundries or captive fabs Experience developing sensor specifications and working with new sensor development Deep knowledge of industry standards Description Description Core Responsibilities: As a Sensor Process Engineer owning the semiconductor processes (and the specs for the processes) you will: Collaborate with global sensor suppliers to evaluate their manufacturing capability and to create an Apple specific roadmap. Work with design teams to assure that the process roadmap will meet our needs. Work with suppliers on new product development, performance and yield improvement, reliability qualification, and fab qualification. Collaborate with the internal and external teams to implement new process technologies. Work with internal and external teams to assure that sufficient and correct testing is implemented at all stages to guarantee performance. Keep track of the process nodes and PDK’s used on all of our Sensors and maintain our Sensor process roadmap. Education & Experience Education & Experience 10-15 years’ experience with MSc/PhD in physics, electrical engineering, or a similar field. 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 $170,700 and $300,200, 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.