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GPU Design Engineer – Memory Hierarchy

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Posted Aug 4, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$150.4K – $277.6K/yr
Location
Santa Clara, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Education
Bachelor's

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About the role

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Summary

Do you love creating elegant solutions to highly complex challenges? As part of our Silicon Technologies group, you’ll help design and manufacture our next-generation, high-performance, power-efficient processor, system-on-chip (SoC). You’ll ensure Apple products and services can seamlessly and efficiently handle the tasks that make them beloved by millions. Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking products containing an Apple designed GPU. As part of the GPU Memory Hierarchy Design team, you’ll be responsible for crafting and building a GPU that enriches the lives of millions of people every day!

Description

As a GPU Design Engineer, you will participate in micro-architecture specification and RTL coding. Explore architecture trade-offs in performance, area and power consumption. You will collaborate with verification team for functional simulation and debug. You will go beyond the industry norm and demonstrate creativity in problem solving, ability to think dynamically outside of standard convention, and quickly adapt to new technical areas.

Minimum Qualifications

Experience and knowledge of CPU or GPU architecture
Experience in one of the following areas: cache, on-chip interconnect network, data compression or GPU pipeline
Experience in timing and power optimization
Proficiency in Verilog/System Verilog and HDL
Minimum of BS degree and 3+ years of relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Knowledge of high performance, low power designs
Experience in debugging performance issues
Experience with scripting languages such as Perl, Python and Ruby
Ability to work well in a team with strong communication skills

Pay & Benefits — Santa Clara, California, United States

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.