Silicon Validation EngineerWaltham,Massachusetts,United StatesHardwareApple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.DescriptionIn this role you will be responsible for block and system-level validation of video codec subsystems in silicon! Work with logic designers to understand the operation of video codec processing pipelines at the block and system levels. Investigate the use cases, system-level operation, performance requirement Develop low-level software to validate functionality, conformance, and performance of video codec processing subsystems. Work with other members of the validation team to incorporate your tests into system-level tests. Bring-up and debug devices on new hardware platforms.Minimum QualificationsBachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or Computer ScienceKey QualificationsPreferred QualificationsStrong software skills in C/C++.Experience with image video codec hardware pipelines and standards (h264, h265, AV1).Experience with hardware/software interaction.Knowledge of image formats and color spaces.Embedded software experience is a must. Device driver experience a plus.Interest in writing software to validate the correct operation of hardware.Education & ExperienceAdditional RequirementsApple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. ( FooterApple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .