Full-Time

Hardware Systems Validation Engineer

Posted on 2/20/2025

Apple

Apple

10,001+ employees

Designs and sells consumer electronics and software

VR & AR
Consumer Software
Fintech
Consumer Goods

Mid, Senior

Austin, TX, USA

Category
QA & Testing
Automation Testing
Quality Assurance

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Electrical / Computer Engineering or Computer Science
  • Expertise with hardware bring-up and bench-top measurements with lab equipment (e.g. digital oscilloscope, logic analyzer, power supply) for signal and power integrity
  • Basic understanding of both low-speed and high-speed digital interfaces
  • Familiarity with power electronics, especially DC-DC converters.
Responsibilities
  • Partnering closely with EE design and SI/PI teams to define rigorous test plans for our products focusing on system performance and margining
  • Driving the execution of tests plans with subsystem owners and our CM partners
  • Collaborating with EE and cross-functional teams to review results and feed validation learnings back into design improvements
  • Effectively reporting validation progress, risks, and top issues to the broader team and upper management
  • Developing innovative validation process improvements, such as scripting automation and test board design
  • Tracking and managing electrical validation schedules partnering with EPMs and technical leads
  • Participating in debug activities, including actively driving design of experiments (DOEs)
  • Leading and coaching other Validation Engineers.
Desired Qualifications
  • Strong Electrical Engineering fundamentals and experience working on high-volume consumer electronics
  • In-depth knowledge of power integrity, including analog designs such as DC-DC converters
  • Experience with Project management and data analysis tools (e.g. Tableau, pivot tables, Gantt charts, etc.)
  • Ability to root-cause issues and recommend design improvements.
  • Experience with scripting languages and instrument automation (e.g. Python, Labview)
  • Strong communication and people skills. Ability to work multi-functional teams on a regular basis.

Apple Inc. designs and sells a variety of technology products and services, including iPhones, iPads, Mac computers, Apple Watches, and Apple TVs. The company also offers services like the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud, and Apple Pay. Apple's products work together seamlessly, providing users with a cohesive experience across devices. This integration is a key differentiator from competitors, as it allows for easy interaction between hardware and software. Apple aims to enhance customer loyalty and sustainability through initiatives like the Apple Card, which offers cash back on purchases, and a trade-in program for old devices. The company's goal is to continue leading the technology market by delivering high-quality products and innovative services that meet the needs of individual consumers, businesses, and educational institutions.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$619.1K

Headquarters

Cupertino, California

Founded

1976

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  • Apple's focus on spatial computing aligns with growing AR and VR interest.
  • 5G adoption globally presents opportunities for Apple's 5G-enabled devices.
  • Apple's custom silicon development enhances performance and supply chain control.

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  • Spotify's HiFi service could impact Apple Music's subscriber growth.
  • Oppo's AirDrop-like feature may challenge Apple's device connectivity edge.
  • Apple's humanoid robot project faces competition from Tesla's Optimus.

What makes Apple unique

  • Apple's integrated hardware and software create a seamless user experience across devices.
  • The Apple Card enhances customer loyalty with up to 3% Daily Cash back.
  • Apple's trade-in program supports sustainability and incentivizes device upgrades.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

401(k) Company Match

Tuition Reimbursement

Performance Bonus

Relocation Assistance

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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