Silicon Failure Analysis Engineer

Apple•Austin, TX

14h

About The Position

In this role, you will perform failure analysis, characterization and validation of various analog and mixed signal embedded circuits; and collaborate with multi-functional teams to launch the world's most premiere products. At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people’s lives. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Do you like changing the game? We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and especially motivated Silicon Failure Analysis Engineer! As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to work on upcoming products that will delight and encourage millions of Apple’s customers every day! DESCRIPTION In this role, you will be responsible for performing hands-on physical and electrical failure analysis at silicon level, and accountable for recommending corrective actions, conveying results to the team and upper management to find out a solution. Your expert knowledge and analysis will be indispensable in guaranteeing our beloved Apple products to be delivered to the world on time.

Requirements

BS in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related field with at least 3+ years of relevant industry experience in Silicon Failure Analysis for advanced technology nodes
Deep understanding of fundamental failure analysis methodology
Hands-on proficiency in performing physical and electrical failure analysis at the silicon level
In-depth knowledge of semiconductor, IC, and PCB design
Knowledge of semiconductor physics and advanced fabrication processes
Deep understanding of analog and mixed signal design/debug
Proficiency in transistor device physics, Silicon device analysis, sophisticated CMOS processes and circuit analysis
Strong technical writing and communication skills
Ability to work effectively across engineering organizations and functions

Nice To Haves

MS, or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Physics or related field with at least 3+ years of relevant industry experience in Silicon Failure Analysis for advanced technology nodes
Hands on experience with multiple EFA tools and techniques such as LIT, FIB, SEM, TDR, VNA, SAM/CSAM, Curve Tracer, Oscilloscope, sample preparation, laser decapsulation, emission microscopy, nano-probing, etc.