Digital Mixed-Signal Modeling Engineer

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Apple’s growing wireless silicon development team is seeking an exceptional candidate for its modeling and verification team. In this role, you will be modeling & verifying Analog/RF/Mixed-Signal blocks and SOCs using System Verilog to create behavioral models, test benches, checkers and tests. You will build and execute test plans to meet project schedules and quality requirements.

You will become part of a hands-on development team that fosters engineering excellence, creativity and innovation. Collaboration across teams is a key component of success  right candidate will thrive in that type of environment. You will work with us from Apple's headquarters in Cupertino, California. It's one of the most exciting aspects of the job. Dynamic, smart people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here.

Will you help us design the next generation of revolutionary Apple products?

As a member of the digital mixed-signal modeling team, you’ll play a crucial role in developing behavioral models to verify wireless SoCs. Additionally, you’ll be involved in cutting-edge technology for integrating mixed-signal models onto emulation platforms. Your support will be essential for multiple pre-silicon validation teams to ensure a fully functional first silicon.

• Develop accurate and simulation-efficient analog behavioral models for Analog/RF blocks in System Verilog.
• Build and reuse monitors, and checkers for RF, Mixed-Signal and Digital blocks.
• Debug failures, fix testbench/model/checker issues, manage bug tracking, etc.
• Write scripts for automation of the flow and improve Mixed-Signal verification methodology.
• Develop models that are emulation ready.

• BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
• Self-motivated individual contributor with a strong passion for the team’s success.
• Hands-on experience in Mixed-Signal Verification and Real Numbered Modeling of Mixed-Signal Systems.
• Knowledge of any of the ubiquitous wireless technologies:
  WiFi, BT, UWB or radio systems in general.
• Knowledge of basic analog circuits: PLLs, LDOs, Bandgap, ADC/DAC, etc.
• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills.

• Ph.D. or Master’s with 5+ years of experience in modeling of analog/RF circuits.
• Good understanding of emulation technologies and mixed-signal modeling requirements for synthesis-ready models.
• Experience in modeling with SystemC and/or C/C++.
• Experience in writing scripts in languages such as Perl or Python.
• Knowledge of signal processing using Python or Matlab.
• Good understanding of AMS and wireless circuits/systems.
• Experience with SystemC modeling and high-level synthesis.

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