What are the responsibilities and job description for the Firmware Verification Engineer position at Apple?
Summary
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Role Number:200574728
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Description
In the Firmware Verification role, you will 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. You will design and develop frameworks to verify 4G/5G firmware and work with Systems/Firmware teams to perform validation of new and existing features. You will assist in the development of pre-silicon emulation systems/virtual platforms and use them for firmware design and HW verification. You will verify key protocol, signal processing, and numerical algorithms with very tight time, latency, and energy budgets.
Minimum Qualifications
- 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.
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Master of Science degree in Electrical Engineering/Computer Science.
- Coursework or exposure in basic digital communications and digital signal processing.
- Good knowledge of 5G and 4G 3GPP physical layer and protocol stack procedures and configurations.
- Experience with silicon prototyping, emulation systems, and virtual platforms.
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
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 $135,400 and $250,600, 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.
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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
Salary : $135,400 - $250,600
