GNSS Validation Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$171,600–$302,200 / yr
Posted
51 days ago

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Above market

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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · GNSS Validation Engineer

As a GNSS Validation Engineer at Apple GNSS, you will join our innovative design team to develop cutting-edge ultra-low-power location-based applications. Your daily responsibilities include writing test firmware for SoC validation, developing automated test frameworks, and preparing comprehensive test plans and reports. You will also collaborate closely with cross-functional teams such as system, firmware, verification, FPGA, and test automation to ensure thorough validation of GNSS Measurement Engine (ME) firmware. The role requires strong Python programming skills along with experience in C/C++ and other scripting languages, alongside a background in wireless system or silicon validation. Ideal candidates will have an MSEE or equivalent degree and extensive experience in GNSS or Cellular silicon validation, familiarity with digital interfaces like USB/SPMI/SPI/UART/I2C/JTAG, and proficiency with lab equipment such as logic analyzers and spectrum analyzers.

What you'll do

  • Write test firmware to validate SoC functionality.
  • Develop automated test frameworks for GNSS Measurement Engine validation.
  • Prepare test plans and generate race charts for comprehensive testing.
  • Quantify performance metrics of GNSS ME firmware through rigorous testing.
  • Debug hardware and software issues with primary analysis support.
  • Generate detailed test reports for functional and performance evaluations.

What we're looking for

  • BS degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience required.
  • Strong Python programming skills; proficiency in C/C++ and other scripting languages.
  • Experience in wireless system or silicon validation essential.
  • Knowledge of digital interfaces (USB/SPMI/SPI/UART/I2C/JTAG) preferred.
  • Familiarity with lab equipment such as logic analyzers, spectrum analyzers, signal generators.

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