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Lab Validation Engineer Jobs in California (NOW HIRING)

In this highly visible role, you will perform lab characterization and validation of various analog ... Engineer! As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to work on ...

The role requires hands-onproficiencywith lab instruments and measurement setups, combined with strong programming and scripting skills for test automation and data analysis. The Silicon Validation ...

As a DDR Silicon Validation Engineer, you will be at the forefront of innovation, performing critical lab characterization and validation of advanced analog and mixed-signal embedded circuits. This ...

Silicon Validation Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$150K - $225K/yr

Develop, maintain, and optimize software for lab characterization, validation, and debug of analog ... Utilizing programming and scripting languages, including Python, C and Tcl, to develop, optimize ...

In this role, you'll be responsible for lab characterization and validation of Apple custom silicon ... You'll work closely with engineers across silicon design, Design for Test (DFT), hardware, firmware ...

Develop, maintain, and optimize software for lab characterization, validation, and debug of analog ... Utilizing programming and scripting languages, including Python, C and Tcl, to develop, optimize ...

Silicon Validation Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$150K - $225K/yr

Develop, maintain, and optimize software for lab characterization, validation, and debug of analog ... Utilizing programming and scripting languages, including Python, C and Tcl, to develop, optimize ...

In this role, you'll be responsible for lab characterization and validation of Apple custom silicon ... You'll work closely with engineers across silicon design, Design for Test (DFT), hardware, firmware ...

The Validation Engineer II is a mid-level role responsible for creating, planning, and executing ... lab equipment (function generators, oscilloscopes, etc.) * Basic to working knowledge of ...

Silicon Validation Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

$150K - $225K/yr

Develop, maintain, and optimize software for lab characterization, validation, and debug of analog ... Utilizing programming and scripting languages, including Python, C and Tcl, to develop, optimize ...

The Validation Engineer II is a mid-level role responsible for creating, planning, and executing ... lab equipment (function generators, oscilloscopes, etc.) * Basic to working knowledge of ...

The Validation Engineer II is a mid-level role responsible for creating, planning, and executing ... lab equipment (function generators, oscilloscopes, etc.) * Basic to working knowledge of ...

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How much do lab validation engineer jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 13, 2026, the average hourly pay for lab validation engineer in California is $51.32, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.89 and $62.40 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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Silicon Validation Engineer

San Diego, CA • On-site

Apple
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees

Full-time

Re-posted 28 days ago


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Job description

In this highly visible role, you will perform lab characterization and validation of various analog & mixed signal embedded circuits; and collaborate with multi-functional teams to launch the world's most premiere mobile SoC's.
At Apple, we work every single day to craft products that enrich people's lives. Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Do you like changing the game? We have an opportunity for a forward-thinking and especially motivated Analog Mixed Signal IP Silicon Validation Engineer! As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and great opportunity to work on upcoming products that will delight and encourage millions of Apple's customers every day!
Description
You will be part of a small team responsible for:
-Leading efforts to bring up, validate, and characterize high-speed SerDes blocks.
-Possessing hands-on experience with various high-speed SerDes architectures, including NRZ and PAM, as well as associated protocols.
-Demonstrating in-depth knowledge of crucial SerDes blocks such as CTLE, DFE, FFE, CDR, and PLLs, along with their characterization and debugging processes.
-Being proficient in using test and measurement equipment like high-speed oscilloscopes and BERTs.
-Understanding SerDes adaptation techniques.
-Experience analyzing SerDes signal integrity.
-Experience with high-speed protocols such as USB, PCIe, DP, etc.
-Exhibiting strong debugging and problem-solving skills, with data investigation and mining expertise.
-Developing robust test methodologies to evaluate performance and calculate high-speed serial interfaces (SerDes) operating margins across PVT variations.
-Supporting ATE and Product Engineering
Minimum Qualifications
BSEE and 7+ years related industry experience
Preferred Qualifications
MSEE and 7+ years related industry experience
Hands on SerDes Lab experience
Python programming experience

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976