Display Power Silicon Architect

Summary

Posted: Oct 18, 2024

Role Number:200574245

This is an excellent opportunity to work on the forefront of new power management technologies with the exemplary company consistently bringing innovations in the industry. In this position, you will be part of a team developing innovative concepts, and key mixed-signal ICs which are implemented in display products used by many millions of people. The position primarily involves advance power architecture development and key power ICs for Apple’s next generation products spanning watch, mobile phones, notebook computers, desktop computers and other line of products. This is a unique opportunity for “out of the box thinker” who can enable innovative technologies and superior integrations for next generation power management systems in Apple display products. This is a unique opportunity to work with the best display architects and system designers in Apple and shape its innovative products.

Description

As a PMIC Architect, you will be driving innovative display power architecture / technology concepts and define PMICs from investigation, analysis and design through successful product level implementation. – Core architecture and technologies investigation by arbitrating various options with technical rigor for key power metric performance optimization including but not limited to efficiency, power density, cost, reduced carbon foot print and scalability. – Be a key member for Apple’s display silicon architecture team for new ideas and architecture definition. – New power architecture concept definition for mobile devices/computers dc- dc voltage regulators. – Work with Apple cross functional team and power vendors including silicon and magnetic vendors for Apple IP based custom PMIC definitions and developments. Continuously drive highest integrations and technology innovations. – Perform rigorous design reviews with silicon vendors. Drive vendors to get the highest quality of products in a very challenging schedule. – Provide design simulation, calculation and analytical models for prediction of design concept outcome including control loop stability, transient responses, layout analysis and parasitic extractions. – Provide PMIC specification, simulation test cases and validation test plan/ results. Hands-on work in lab is must. – Provide smooth hand-off of new architecture to execution team with design analysis, risk assessments, mitigation plans, development lessons learned and proof of concepts – Perform competitive bench marking – Provide technical support for production issues debug and resolutions – Conduct power seminars and training for cross-functional teams – Lead innovation thru exemplary behavior and team work

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of B.S. Degree in EE or related field and 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in power supply design
• Experience with DC-DC IC architectures, magnetic design, PCB layout and/or state-of the art techniques for integration and efficiency optimizations.
• Must be able to use Spice and/or behavioral simulation tools, Matlab, MathCad, Cadence and Excel mathematical analysis.

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. in EE in power electronics. Ph.D preferred.
• Must have deep knowledge of silicon physics and silicon processes including IC packaging technologies and DC-DC power conversion topologies including controls loop.
• Strong analytical/problem solving skills and ability to guide critical decisions
• Must possess good understanding of thermals, mechanical and packaging challenges.
• Must possess knowledge of high volume manufacturing technologies and production variance.
• Must be familiar with challenges of mixed-signal ICs design. Must posses knowledge and experience with both analog and digital design with an emphasis on analog. Must know the complete methodology of mixed signal IC from a concept to a MP.
• Must be highly motivated, self-starter with innovation, integrity and attention to details.
• Ability to work well with cross-functional teams is extremely important
• Proven track record of working in fast paced innovative work environment
• Ideal candidate is with work experience in power management semiconductor/silicon companies and computer industry.
• Must be willing to occasionally travel overseas as needed.

Pay & Benefits

• At 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. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
  
  Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.