We are looking for a seasoned SerDes Robustness Analysis & Validation Architect to drive the validation of high-speed SerDes PHYs such as PCIe and USB. This hands-on role requires a strong technical foundation and a focus on stress testing and margin-finding techniques. The architect will collaborate closely with design, architecture, and system teams to ensure robust IP design and optimize validation strategies. A deep understanding of SerDes design principles and real-world system environments is essential for success in this position.

• BS degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
• PhD in Electrical Engineering or related field with 10+ years of experience in SerDes IP validation.
• Hands-on lab experience with instrumentation such as oscilloscopes and protocol analyzers.
• Deep understanding of high-speed serial link protocols and equalization techniques.
• Strong foundation in analog/mixed-signal design principles.
• Skilled in programming languages such as Python and C/C++ for validation automation.
• Proven ability to isolate issues and root-cause problems at various system levels.
• Experience in design-for-validation techniques including fault injection.
• Familiarity with production and characterization flows.

• Architect validation strategies that uncover weaknesses in design assumptions.
• Collaborate with design and architecture teams to ensure design for testability.
• Partner with the validation team to optimize test coverage and execution time.
• Validate next-generation SerDes IPs from design conception through production.
• Guide test coverage optimization to reduce execution time without sacrificing risk coverage.
• Provide post-silicon insights to inform future design changes.

• 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.