Introduction to Apple and the Role
At Apple, innovation is at the heart of everything we do. We're a company that has consistently pushed the boundaries of what's possible, creating products and services that have revolutionized the way people live, work, and communicate. As a leader in the tech industry, we're committed to delivering exceptional customer experiences, and our Reliability Engineer Lead - Custom Silicon Management role is a critical part of that mission. In this position, you'll have the opportunity to work on the development of our future, high-performance, power-capable processor, system on-chip (SoC), ensuring that Apple products and services can reliably and efficiently handle the tasks that make them beloved by millions.
About the Job
As a Reliability Engineer Lead - Custom Silicon Management, you'll be part of our Silicon Developments team, where you'll help design and manufacture our future products. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams and external partners to lead the development and qualification of new products with top-tier quality. Your expertise will be instrumental in ensuring that our products meet the highest standards of reliability, quality, and performance. If you're passionate about making a real impact on the technology industry and are excited about the opportunity to work on cutting-edge products, we want to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead the development and qualification of new products with top-tier quality, working closely with cross-functional teams and external partners
- Drive the requirements and execution of product, process, and package reliability stress tests conditions and procedures from design stage to mass production qualification
- Develop and review Plan for Reliability and Plan for Test to ensure stress limit and testability
- Lead all aspects of and ensure good preparation for qualification, including corner analysis, margining, waveform, electrical characterization, thermal effect, and lifetime assessment
- Implement POR of process flows, workmanship standards, and direct product performance
- Perform FAI (First Article Inspection) to ensure critical parameters are assessed before design, pre-production, and production release for product manufacturing
- Drive assessment and disposition on qualification outcomes and product and process nonconformance of MRB, RMA events through method of FA, Vehicle, 8D, and reporting
- Support PCN or ECN activities
- Lead supplier audits when required
- Study/perform yield analysis and correlation analysis for all levels of test, including Pareto analysis, insights, etc.
- Drive/guide suppliers for improvement based on the situation
Essential Qualifications
To be successful in this role, you'll need:
- A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field, such as Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related discipline
- At least 3 years of relevant industry experience in semiconductor planning, with a focus on reliability and quality/product planning
- Excellent social skills, with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams and external partners
- Experience with JEDEC reliability and quality-related standards, ISO, and the science behind them
- Knowledge of silicon product-level reliability capability and lifetime direct model
- Familiarity with reliability bomb strategies for silicon/packaging technologies and bomb systems concerning faithful quality
- Understanding of hardware arrangements and stuff permanently, normally, ESD, Attach, and various tests
- Experience with supplier audits, materials, and process assessments
- Ability to drive suppliers in the area of silicon Fab cycle/packaging/assembly, test, reliability monitoring, and post-production capability
- Familiarity with process flows, judgments, and managing supplier performance (process Cpk, yield, capability report, etc.)
- Knowledge of FAI to support the work suppliers are doing before production stage
Preferred Qualifications
While not required, the following qualifications are preferred:
- Advanced degree in a relevant field, such as a Master's or Ph.D.
- Additional experience in the semiconductor industry, with a focus on reliability and quality/product planning
- Experience with other reliability-related standards and methodologies
- Knowledge of other areas of the semiconductor industry, such as design, manufacturing, or testing
Career Growth Opportunities and Learning Benefits
At Apple, we're committed to helping our employees grow and develop in their careers. As a Reliability Engineer Lead - Custom Silicon Management, you'll have access to a wide range of training and development opportunities, including:
- On-the-job training and mentorship from experienced engineers and leaders
- Formal training programs, such as our Apple Engineer Development Program
- Opportunities to attend industry conferences and workshops
- Access to online courses and tutorials, such as our Apple Learning Platform
Work Environment and Company Culture
At Apple, we're proud of our company culture, which is built on a foundation of innovation, collaboration, and mutual respect. As a Reliability Engineer Lead - Custom Silicon Management, you'll be part of a dynamic and diverse team, working in a fast-paced and exciting environment. You'll have the opportunity to collaborate with colleagues from a wide range of backgrounds and disciplines, and to contribute to the development of products and services that are used by millions of people around the world.
Compensation, Perks, and Benefits
At Apple, we offer a competitive compensation package, including a salary range of $26 per hour, as well as a wide range of perks and benefits, such as:
- Comprehensive health insurance, including medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 401(k) matching program, with a generous company match
- Stock options and equity awards, to help you share in the company's success
- Generous paid time off, including vacation, sick leave, and holidays
- Access to on-site fitness centers, cafes, and other amenities
Conclusion
If you're passionate about innovation, customer satisfaction, and making a real impact on the technology industry, we want to hear from you. As a Reliability Engineer Lead - Custom Silicon Management at Apple, you'll have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge products, collaborate with a talented and diverse team, and contribute to the development of products and services that are used by millions of people around the world. Apply now to join our team and help us shape the future of technology.
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