The GPU Silicon Validation Team is focused on validating the functional operation, electrical behavior, power, and performance of Apple's embedded GPUs. This role involves collaborating with design, verification, productization, hardware, and software teams to ensure the delivery of world-class GPUs. The position requires leading various silicon validation tasks, including functional testing and analyzing results. The successful candidate will also drive improvements in validation methodologies and tools.

• BS degree with 10 years of relevant experience.
• Previous silicon validation experience is required.
• Experience in C/C++ and one or more scripting languages such as Python or TCL/expect.
• Experience with system and SoC architectures.
• Experience with CPU or GPU architectures.
• Experience with LVcc and margin analysis.
• Expertise in device physics and transistor behavior.
• Experience leading debug of hardware and software issues in an embedded system.
• Experience with performing electrical measurements.
• Experience with manufacturing test methodology.
• Leadership and/or mentoring experience in an engineering environment.
• Experience managing a validation project from planning through final execution.
• Experience with data collection and analysis using lab equipment.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experience reading schematics.
• Experience performing performance and power measurements.

• Define, execute, and communicate plans to perform GPU functional and electrical testing.
• Lead LVcc and margin analysis methodologies and tool development.
• Architect validation methodologies for upcoming technology advances and product changes.
• Identify and drive improvements in validation and debug methodology and tools.
• Lead discussions with stakeholders on manufacturing test suites, debug, and improvements.
• Lead fail triage and debug of underlying embedded GPU issues.
• Learn and support all GPU silicon validation tasks.
• Maintain, develop, and improve automation tools for validation and debug.
• Configure system hardware and software for silicon validation.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.