Silicon Validation Engineer
Core
Crafting, developing, and testing cellular System-on-Chips (SoCs) to ensure they meet design specifications and operate accurately.
Role type
Senior IC silicon validation engineer (RF cellular SoC)
Builds
RF cellular SoCs for Apple products
Domain
Consumer electronics / RF engineering / Semiconductor validation
Required skills
RFIC bring-up and characterization, LTE/5G RF performance testing, Python scripting for automation, FPGA-based test platform operation, hardware schematic review, PCB layout evaluation, MATLAB/Tableau/JMP data analysis, cross-functional collaboration
Preferred skills
N/A
Technologies
Python, Git, MATLAB, Tableau, JMP, FPGA, Spectrum analyzers, Network analyzers, Signal generators, Oscilloscopes
Responsibilities
Develop comprehensive characterization test plans for RF Cellular SoCs; Debug and resolve engineering issues in RFIC blocks (LNAs, Mixers, PLLs, VCOs, ADCs, DACs, DSP); Develop automation software for silicon device characterization and data collection; Operate RF laboratory instruments to validate RFIC performance; Support ATE development and mass production testing; Collaborate with design teams to define and optimize system performance.
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC