Optical Sensing ASIC Architect (EE)

About the role

Work with optical/system team to architect and define electro-optical sensing systems Define custom IC architecture, IC requirements, including detailed block diagrams and specifications. Perform ASIC system modeling with high level tools, determine verification plans Review IC design/development process and test requirements with IC vendors Support ASIC characterization/validation, system bring-up and integration to ensure IC is properly interfaced with HW/FW. Communicate technical status, risks and mitigation strategies clearly and concisely Conduct sensing system feasibility studies and system modeling, proto-typing of proof of concept and function demonstration for roadmap development Some business travel as needed to support product development

Requirements

• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
• Strong electrical engineering background and hands-on experience in electrical design, with analog/mixed signal IC design experience and ideally also with board-level circuits and integration of custom IC's into systems
• A track record of successful IC architecture - beyond block-level design of specific on-chip functions
• Fundamental understanding of limitations and trade-offs of electrical circuits and semiconductor processes
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, as well as solid teamwork and leadership skills
• Proficiency in MATLAB, SPICE, or similar simulation and modeling tools
• Experience in opto-electronics and optics a plus
• Ph.D. in Electrical Engineering or Physics
• BS/MS in Electrical Engineering plus 3+ years experience. MS preferred.
• Pay & Benefits
• Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Additional Information

Design, develop, launch next-generation Optical Sensing Technologies in Apple products. The Optical Sensing Hardware team develops Optical Sensor solutions and technologies for Apple's products, including the iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, audio accessory, Mac and more. The key goal of the Optical Sensing Hardware team is to enable the world's best user-experience. New challenges arise everyday that require the sharp problem-solving skills of talented and smart individuals. The team features a collaborative and hands-on environment that fosters engineering excellence, creativity, and innovation. We are looking for Sensor ASIC Architects to help develop custom mixed signal IC's for new Sensors and Sensing Systems for future Apple products.

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