SoC Pre-Silicon Platform Engineering Program Manager
21 days ago Cupertino, CA
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Description
Apple's silicon is the foundation of every product we make. In this role, you will help us find and fix system-level issues months before silicon arrives. During the SoC concept phase, you will identify what can be validated in simulation, emulation, and FPGA platforms, and drive those opportunities from idea to execution. You will partner closely with SoC, software, and hardware systems teams to shift validation earlier and make sure we are ready on day one of silicon bring-up.","responsibilities":"Assess SoC concepts and system use cases to identify which behaviors, scenarios, and workloads can be validated in pre-silicon platforms (models, emulation, FPGA).
Partner with pre-silicon modeling, emulation/FPGA, silicon design, verification, validation, core software, and platform architecture teams to accelerate software development and validation readiness ahead of silicon.
Work with technical managers and contributors to understand key silicon development risks and prioritize work streams across multiple projects.
Define and track milestones for pre-silicon readiness, and report progress and risks to stakeholders.
Collect partner requirements, then rank and prioritize requests for model and collateral improvements based on impact and feasibility.
Distill complex technical topics into clear updates for engineers, managers, and leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience validating consumer electronics products or platforms at the system level.
Familiarity with pre-silicon methods such as virtual platforms, emulation, FPGA prototyping, or simulation.
Technical program management or cross-functional leadership experience in a validation or hardware development environment.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority.
Creative and analytical problem solving, with a proactive approach to resolving issues.
Ability to filter and tailor information to the right audience.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, and 3+ years of relevant experience.
Hands-on experience in SoC or embedded system hardware/software design, integration, or validation.
Working knowledge of how silicon, firmware, and software interact at the system level.
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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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.
Description
Apple's silicon is the foundation of every product we make. In this role, you will help us find and fix system-level issues months before silicon arrives. During the SoC concept phase, you will identify what can be validated in simulation, emulation, and FPGA platforms, and drive those opportunities from idea to execution. You will partner closely with SoC, software, and hardware systems teams to shift validation earlier and make sure we are ready on day one of silicon bring-up.","responsibilities":"Assess SoC concepts and system use cases to identify which behaviors, scenarios, and workloads can be validated in pre-silicon platforms (models, emulation, FPGA).
Partner with pre-silicon modeling, emulation/FPGA, silicon design, verification, validation, core software, and platform architecture teams to accelerate software development and validation readiness ahead of silicon.
Work with technical managers and contributors to understand key silicon development risks and prioritize work streams across multiple projects.
Define and track milestones for pre-silicon readiness, and report progress and risks to stakeholders.
Collect partner requirements, then rank and prioritize requests for model and collateral improvements based on impact and feasibility.
Distill complex technical topics into clear updates for engineers, managers, and leadership.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience validating consumer electronics products or platforms at the system level.
Familiarity with pre-silicon methods such as virtual platforms, emulation, FPGA prototyping, or simulation.
Technical program management or cross-functional leadership experience in a validation or hardware development environment.
Strong collaboration and communication skills, with the ability to influence without direct authority.
Creative and analytical problem solving, with a proactive approach to resolving issues.
Ability to filter and tailor information to the right audience.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, and 3+ years of relevant experience.
Hands-on experience in SoC or embedded system hardware/software design, integration, or validation.
Working knowledge of how silicon, firmware, and software interact at the system level.
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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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.
Additional Information
- Salary: $144,600 – $263,800
- Posted: 21 days ago