Firmware Validation Engineer at Apple

SummaryPosted: Role Number:200574008Would you like to join Apple’s growing wireless silicon development team? Our wireless SOC organization is responsible for all aspects of wireless silicon development with a particular emphasis on highly energy efficient design and new technologies that transform the user experience at the product level, all of which is driven by a world-class vertically integrated engineering team spanning RF/Analog architecture and design, Systems/PHY/MAC architecture and design, VLSI/RTL design and integration, Emulation, Design Verification, Test and Validation, and FW/SW engineering
In this highly visible role, you will be at the center of a silicon design group with a critical impact on getting functional wireless products to hundreds of millions of customers quickly
Responsible for developing and executing firmware test cases for System on a Chip (SoC) in wireless application, you will work closely with the Software Engineering team ensuring the quality of their firmware for manufacturability and improved user experience.Description-Develop firmware test plans and implement test cases based on requirements from system and product teams

-Automate test cases and develop test tools on various hardware platforms including development boards and products

-Partner with development teams and multi-functional QA team to triage, diagnose, debug issues, and derive root-cause

-Drive continuous improvement of firmware test coverage and firmware release quality.Minimum QualificationsBS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experiencePreferred QualificationsHighly motivated and passionate about SW/firmware testingProficiency in programming with python and CKnowledgable with hardware/firmware development life cycleExperienced with test bringup on FPGA and SoC silicon hardwareExposure to CI process and familiar with automation test framework development and tools such as JenkinsExperienced with various wireless technologies such as WiFi/Bluetooth/UWB and integration issues is considered a plus.Strong written and verbal communication skillsAble to work with test equipment (i.e., oscilloscope, logic analyzer, etc.)Pay & BenefitsAt Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range
This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role
The base pay range for this role is between $166,600 and $296,300, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs
Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan
You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation
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