CPU Implementation Engineer

Summary

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Apple’s Silicon Engineering Group (SEG) is hiring hardworking engineers for CPU block-level implementation.

Description

As a CPU Implementation Engineer, you will drive or participate in the following:

• Work with micro-architects to help define the micro-architecture and assist with design feasibility and power, performance, and area (PPA) trade-offs
• Drive RTL-to-GDS design convergence through microarchitecture and logic (RTL) optimizations using synthesis and place-and-route tools targeting ambitious goals for PPA
• Responsible for block-level design delivery along with closure of backend flows, electrical requirements, and improving silicon yield
• Work closely with internal CAD and PD methodology teams on industry-standard synthesis/PNR tool features and optimizations and their adoption in CPU design
• Work with x-functional top-level teams on the aspects of CPU floorplan, timing, power, reliability, and testability
• Work closely with custom IP teams to define and co-optimize memory macros, library standard cells to improve design PPA

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
Experience in logic design and digital circuits
Experience with low power and high frequency design techniques
Experience with TCL or Perl

Preferred Qualifications

Familiarity with high performance CPU microprocessor architecture and memory sub-system
Knowledge in deep sub-micon technology along with its implications to timing, power, and area
Must have proficiency in using industry standard logic Synthesis, PnR, STA and Power analysis tools along with floor-planning, physical design partitioning, and timing budgeting, to converge complex designs
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to work independently and/or lead a physical design partition in collaboration with x-functional teams

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 $184,700 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.