SerDes Micro Architect

San Diego Until 9/22/2026 10+ years exp First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
Job description

Analog Mixed-Signal (AMS) Team is seeking a self-motivated SERDES Micro Architect to drive the definition of our next generation IPs. The SERDES IPs will be used in Apple silicon offering breakthrough power and performance for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch.

Description

You will define the Micro Architecture of analog mixed-signal IPs with emphasis on SERDES design. You will review firmware code, analog and digital circuits and will verify that the design meets performance requirements. You will work with silicon evaluation and design verification teams to define expected behavior. You would lead the debug effort in system bring up and factory test. You will work with signal integrity engineers to determine system requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

BS degree in technical discipline with minimum 10 years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience leading the definition of high-speed SERDES receiver, transmitter, and clocking blocks
Deep understanding of adaptation and optimization algorithms
Deep understanding of communications and information theory
Proficiency in equalizers, timing recovery and system identification
Proficiency in DSP concepts and applications
Familiarity with mixed-signal modeling in Python/MATLAB/C/C++
Experience in system design and performance tradeoff
Familiarity with simulation tools for analog, digital, and/ or mixed-signal circuits
Familiarity with Machine Learning concepts
Experience in firmware or embedded software development is a plus

About this role

Summary

Designs and defines analog mixed-signal IPs, focusing on SerDes architecture and verification.

Job title

SerDes Micro Architect

Experience level

10+ years

Minimum experience

10+ years exp

Industry

semiconductors

Location requirements

On-site in San Diego, no remote work

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

SerDesanalog mixed-signalsystem designfirmwareverification

Preferred skills

high-speed SerDesalgorithmscommunicationsDSPPythonMATLABCC++simulation toolsmachine learning

Specializations

analog mixed-signalSerDessystem designfirmwareverification
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

San Diego, CA, USA

On-site City