Silicon Emulation Specialist

2 weeks ago

Cupertino, California, United States Apple Full time

Overview:

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Are you passionate about developing sophisticated solutions to intricate challenges? Do you recognize the significance of every detail? As a member of our Silicon Technologies division, you will contribute to the design and production of our next-generation, high-performance, energy-efficient processors and system-on-chip (SoC) solutions.

Your work will ensure that Apple products and services can efficiently and seamlessly perform the tasks that endear them to millions of users. By joining this team, you will play a pivotal role in crafting and building the technology that powers Apple's devices. Together with your colleagues, you will enable our customers to enjoy all the functionalities they cherish in their devices.


Consider the possibilities at Apple; innovative ideas often transform into extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences at an impressive pace.

Bring your enthusiasm and commitment to your role, and there’s no limit to what you can achieve. Here, dynamic, inspiring, and cutting-edge technologies are the standard. The individuals who work here have redefined entire sectors with all Apple hardware offerings.

The same drive for innovation that fuels our products also extends to our practices, reinforcing our dedication to leaving the world better than we found it.

Join us in delivering the next groundbreaking Apple innovation. We play a crucial role in ensuring high-quality functional products reach millions of customers swiftly.


The SoC Emulation team is seeking a talented engineer to join our ranks, focusing on the development, deployment, and support of advanced emulation environments.

In this highly visible position, you will be central to a chip design initiative, collaborating across all disciplines, with a significant impact on delivering functional products to millions of customers efficiently.

Responsibilities:

As a team member, you will engage in:

  • SoC initialization on emulation, diagnosing failing SoC/Processor tests and emulator environment challenges
  • Supporting multiple emulation environments utilizing the latest emulation methodologies:
  • C/C++ DPI Transactors, SV assertions, Coverage, Power Estimation, SpeedBridges, Accelerated UVM Testbenches
  • Close collaboration with Design, DV, Power, Silicon Validation, Performance, and Software teams. Strong design, debugging, communication, and teamwork skills are essential
  • Partnering with leading emulation vendors to enhance capabilities and troubleshoot issues
Key Qualifications:

Candidates should possess emulation experience on available platforms, such as Palladium, Veloce, or Zebu, including compilation, debugging, performance, and throughput optimization.

Experience with Verilog, VHDL design, C/C++, and System Verilog, UVM verification environments is essential. Proficiency in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, and Makefile is also required. Familiarity with waveform debugging tools like Verdi/SimVision is advantageous. Strong communication skills and the ability to work collaboratively in a team setting are crucial.

Education & Experience:

A Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience are required.

Compensation & Benefits:

At Apple, base pay is one component of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This structure allows for growth as you develop within your role.

The base pay range for this position is between $170,700 and $300,200, and your base pay will be influenced by your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become shareholders through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs.

Employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards and can purchase Apple stock at a discount through Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan.


Additional Benefits:

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a variety of discounted products and free services, and reimbursement for certain educational expenses related to career advancement at Apple are also provided.

Furthermore, this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments, as well as relocation assistance. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note:

Apple’s benefits, compensation, and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer 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.

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