Custom Silicon Architect - Camera Hardware
Core
Architect and develop custom silicon ICs for camera systems to enable best-in-class imaging experiences across Apple's product portfolio.
Role type
Senior IC custom silicon architect (camera hardware)
Builds
Custom silicon ICs for camera systems
Domain
Consumer electronics / Computational photography
Required skills
analog/mixed-signal IC development, low-power design, low-noise sensing, signal processing, board-level design constraints, power assessment, root-cause analysis, complex project management
Preferred skills
MS or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering, embedded systems, MCU-based custom silicon design, software/hardware co-design, hardware/firmware partitioning, design verification, tolerance analysis, IC development from architecture to high-volume production
Technologies
FPGA, discrete components, MCU
Responsibilities
Define silicon requirements with cross-functional teams (mechanical, optical, firmware, product, test), partner with silicon design vendors through the development cycle, guide verification and validation plans, drive development of emulation platforms, review and guide board-level designs integrating custom silicon
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC
