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Apple

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CPU Performance and Modeling Engineer

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Posted Aug 28, 2026

Role at a glance

Job function
Engineering & R&D Computer Hardware Engineering
Salary
$129.3K – $194.7K/yr
Location
Austin, Texas, United States Santa Clara, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time

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About the role

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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, hard-working 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! Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product.

Description

In this highly visible role, you will be at the center of a chip design effort working with all disciplines, with a critical impact on getting functional products to millions of customers quickly.

Responsibilities

- Collaborate with software and system teams to identify and profile critical workloads for CPU performance and power.

- Develop representative benchmarks for CPU critical workloads.

- Capture key workloads for simulation on CPU performance model.

- Identify hardware and software performance bottlenecks.

- Work closely with the Architecture, Micro-Architecture, and RTL teams in identification of solutions

- Run and analyze workloads on simulators and prototype devices as well as work on developing and automating performance analysis infrastructure.infrastructure

Minimum Qualifications

- BS in Computer/Electrical Engineering preferred

- You should have academic or industry experience in CPU performance architecture, micro-architecture design, or performance analysis.

- Strong CPU architecture knowledge, micro-architecture knowledge, and an understanding of competing architectures

- Academic or industry experience working in a performance modeling environment.

- Proficient in C and C++

- Proficient in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, and Ruby

- Ability to problem solve and prove your own ideas.

Preferred Qualifications

- Knowledge and experience with common performance benchmarks and workloads

- Knowledge of OS internals and compiler technology a plus

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 $129,300 and $194,700, 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.