Power Integrity Engineer

Summary

Do you like to work on groundbreaking technologies that enable amazing new products? Do you have the attention for details and love for precision to work towards an outstanding result? We are looking for a dedicated and passionate SoC Power Integrity Engineer to join our team in Hardware Technology Group. In this role, you will be responsible for the development, implementation, and verification of Power Integrity solutions for compute and connectivity SoCs used in Apple devices (iPhone/iPad/Wearable/Mac/Home/Vision etc.). You will work with cross-functional teams to drive SoC power delivery architecture, define off-die droop budgets, design and implement power delivery network (PDN) solutions end-to-end PMU/PCB/Module/PKG/Die, and verify the quality of the power integrity performance and efficiency using advanced lab measurements.

Description

• Definition of the PDN architecture and design solution space for systems across a wide range of power and noise specifications.
• Power delivery modeling, simulation, and characterization for die, package, module, board, and Voltage Regulator (VR)
• Definition of the PDN architecture and design solution space for the target system
• Broad responsibility on all SoC PI related topics, including on-die inrush, off-die droop budget, PDN signoffs, digital to analog/RF noise coupling analysis, voltage guard band, active droop mitigation etc.

Responsibilities

Conduct end-to-end simulation studies including modeling of die/interposer/PKG/PCB/PMU, to meet stringent impedance and voltage droop spec
Provide implementation guidelines and actional feedbacks to silicon, package, system design and other cross-functional teams
Perform feasibility study for silicon floorplan, advanced droop mitigation schemes, voltage regulator modeling and tuning, system mockup design etc.
Perform model to hardware correlation on component and product/system level

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree required.

Preferred Qualifications

M.S. or Ph.D. with academic background in Power/Signal Integrity, Power Electronics, Electromagnetics, Microwave, and/or Analog/RF Circuit Design.
Proficiency in Python coding, AI/ML assisted automation experience.
Experience in PI/SI methodology development, PDN modeling from system to die, and lab correlation/validation.
Experience in design and analysis of product power supply solution.
Understanding of power supply architecture covering voltage regulator technologies, PCB and package design trends and trade-offs, and chip supply design including low-power design methodologies.
Deep understanding of Voltage Regulator design principles and electrical performance in the system environment.
Good knowledge in 3D/2D EM simulation tools, electromagnetic and transmission line theory.
Preferably working knowledge on analog/RF/wireless noise coupling and sensitivity
Familiar with lab equipment including but not limited to VNA, real-time scope, spectrum analyzer.
Ability to work and communicate efficiently in cross-functional teams

Pay & Benefits — San Diego, California, United States

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 $122,700 and $214,300, 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.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

Pay & Benefits — San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States

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 $129,300 and $225,300, 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.