Hardware Test Engineer - iPhone

Apple

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About The Position

Apple is looking for self-driven, passionate test engineers to build and develop test systems for the next generation of iPhone. This role involves taking a lead in debugging HW/SW issues and playing a meaningful part in the development of Apple products. You will collaborate with internal cross-functional teams and contract manufacturers, focusing on design, test, and manufacturing with a high bar for quality. As an iPhone Hardware Test Engineer, you will be responsible for electrical and functional testing of iPhone main logic boards and form factors. Your responsibilities will include designing and defining specifications for test hardware and software. Apple's custom test solutions are sophisticated embedded systems optimized for space efficiency, energy consumption, reliability, scalability, and cost, integrating the latest embedded SOCs, custom analog and digital instruments, power systems, mechatronics, and real-time operating systems. This position requires a blend of hardware and software expertise. For every new feature added to the iPhone, you will develop and implement new tests in collaboration with third-party test vendor partners, system engineers, and factory teams. Creativity in finding better ways to accomplish tasks is highly valued. You will work closely with the iPhone Hardware Engineering team to influence design for testability and develop innovative testing methods with minimal test access, challenged to achieve more with fewer resources.

Requirements

• B.S. (or M.S.) in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent industry experience
• 3+ years related hardware testing experience, with good understanding of best practices for test setups and executions
• Excellent communication skills in both English and Chinese
• Good coding skills in C/C++, Python, Shell, etc.
• Strong fundamentals in electrical engineering, with experience designing embedded microcontroller systems, analog instrumentation, and DC power supplies
• Familiarity with micro-architecture and AP SoC architecture
• Experience with OS services, specifically in kernel or driver development and debugging; familiarity with BSD/Mach-like kernels is a plus
• Proficiency in data post-processing and visualization
• Direct experience with high-volume computers, mobile devices, or consumer electronics
• A naturally curious mind paired with both intuitive and rigorous problem-solving skills

Nice To Haves

• Knowledge of algorithms, machine learning, or artificial intelligence (AI) is highly desirable

Responsibilities

• Participate in the design, test and development of the next generation iPhone from concept to mass production
• Develop main logic board and system-level SW tests for functional integrity and high performance
• Perform results review, data analysis, post-processing, and related tools development

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior