Firmware Verification Engineer

Posted: Jan 4, 2024

Role Number:200532816

Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? As part of an elite modem team, we'll craft sophisticated Infrastructure and Framework to validate embedded firmware that delivers more performance in our products than ever before! We'll work across fields to transform improved hardware elements into a single, coordinated design. Join us, and you’ll help us innovate new wireless systems technologies that continually outperform the previous iterations. By collaborating with other product development groups across Apple, you’ll push the industry boundaries of what wireless systems can do and improve the product experience for our customers across the world. As a Firmware Verification Engineer, you will be at the center of the embedded 5G/4G/multimode cellular firmware effort within a silicon design group responsible for crafting and productizing groundbreaking cellular SoCs. This position requires someone comfortable with all aspects of embedded firmware verification, who thrives in a multifaceted multi-functional organization, is not afraid to debate ideas openly, and is flexible enough to shift on constantly evolving requirements.

Key Qualifications

Minimum BS with 3 + years of relevant industry experience.
Expert-level programming abilities in C, C++, and Python.
Deep understanding of computer architecture, software engineering principles, and core computer science fundamentals.
Strong analysis and debugging capabilities to be able to root cause issues and work on solutions with firmware development.
Coursework or exposure in basic digital communications and digital signal processing is highly desired.
Good knowledge of 5G and 4G 3GPP physical layer and protocol stack procedures and configurations is a plus.
Experience with silicon prototyping, emulation systems, and virtual platforms is a plus.

Description

- Work with a strong team of component validation, firmware developers, and system engineers to build firmware verification infrastructure, test cases, and validate end-to-end physical layer performance - Design and develop frameworks to verify 4G/5G firmware - Work with Systems/Firmware teams to perform validation of new and existing features - Assist in the development of pre-silicon emulation systems/virtual platforms and use them for firmware design and HW verification. - Verify key protocol, signal processing, and numerical algorithms with very tight time, latency, and energy budgets.

Education & Experience

Minimum BS with 3 + years of relevant industry experience

Additional Requirements

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

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 $131,500.00 and $243,300.00, 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.

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Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.