Apple Inc. Cupertino , CA 95014
Posted 2 months ago
Apple Display engineering organization is looking for a Display Electrical Hardware Architect to work on the next generation display electronics and technologies as well as their interactions with other subsystems such as touch, audio, antenna, etc. In this role you will be architecting display sub-systems that seamlessly integrate into beautiful Apple products. Tight-knit collaboration and interaction with multi-functional teams offer an incredible opportunity to extend technical depth and breadth as well as learning from world-class authorities in multiple fields spanning from EE to system, silicon, panel, mechanical, manufacturing, optical, etc. Your work will have high visibility across the company and strong influence on product definition.
Key Qualifications
Strong math and analytical skills
Proven EE fundamentals (analog/mixed-signal/digital design, power electronics, etc)
Prior complex system design and/or analog/mixed-signal circuit design experience
Prior knowledge in display and/or touch hardware and technologies is a plus
Prior knowledge in OLED displays is preferred
Previous experience in system modeling and integration is a plus
Expert knowledge in Matlab and/or circuit simulation tools
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Good leadership skills to lead multiple Apple and vendor efforts
Attention to project detail and task tracking to ensure accurate and short time to market products
Description
Be an energetic, creative and hard-working engineer with very strong analytical skills and a real passion for crafting and innovation
Envision novel ideas, concepts and/or applications that will propel our displays to new levels of quality and power efficiency that have never been done before and allow more efficient integration into system considering coexistence with other subsystems such as touch, audio, antenna, etc.
Perform detailed technical analysis and work with interdisciplinary teams to bridge technology gap between theory and implementable hardware, develop test & methodology specifications for both pre and post silicon tape-out
Establish performance metrics and requirements through careful use of theory, models and experiments across devices, circuits, and human perception
Define display electrical hardware architecture including but not limited to system and panel interfaces, silicon partitioning and definition, integration with other subsystems, power on/off sequencing, display timing, connectivity and communication flows between ICs, and programmables
Analyze trade-offs between performance, manufacturability and cost
Deliver high-quality and detailed documentation for specifications and prepare presentations for multi-functional teams and executives that concisely and effectively convey key messages and big picture
Explore new display technologies from electrical architecture, integration and feasibility standpoints
Education & Experience
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Pay & Benefits
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.
Apple Inc.