Graphics Architect, Platform Architecture

Summary

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, inquisitive 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 passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it!

Description

The Platform Architecture Graphics group is looking for a dedicated Graphics Architect to expand the capabilities of future Apple Silicon GPUs and to enable new customer experiences.

Responsibilities

Lead hardware performance analysis, graphics algorithm research, and optimization efforts
Define and drive development of modeling tools and infrastructure for exploratory design and performance studies
Partner with the metal framework and driver teams to shape next-generation Metal API features
Drive development of new graphics techniques, including AI/ML-enhanced algorithms, via prototyping to improve user experiences across a wide range of products and applications
Set direction on upcoming trends in graphics hardware and software across application types, guiding product development direction

Minimum Qualifications

BS degree
Experience in design or architecture of real time graphics hardware systems
Experience with software architecture and development
Experience leading architecture decisions for a GPU hardware or software subsystem

Preferred Qualifications

MS or PhD degree in CS, CE, EE or equivalent
20+ years of relevant industry experience
Experience working with cross-functional teams to understand product requirements
Experience implementing graphics algorithms and writing shader code (such as GLSL/HLSL/OpenCL/CUDA)
Experience applying ML techniques to graphics algorithms or hardware design
Experience in performance analysis and optimization of graphics algorithms
Experience building prototypes and models to prove key details of architectural changes
Experience writing architectural specifications and requirements

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, 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 $216,200 and $324,800, 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

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Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.