CPU Physical Design Methodology and Optimization Specialist

2 weeks ago


Santa Clara, California, United States Apple Full time
Role Overview

As a CPU Physical Design Methodology and Optimization Engineer at Apple, you will play a key role in shaping the future of our industry-leading CPU designs. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to develop and implement innovative physical design methodologies and optimization techniques that drive Power, Performance, and Area (PPA) improvements.

Key Responsibilities
  • Collaborate with CPU CAD and design teams to engineer new flows and algorithms that enhance PPA
  • Analyze partitions to identify optimization opportunities and develop targeted solutions
  • Design and implement new physical design-focused flows to improve CPU performance and efficiency
  • Work with STA, library, tech, and post-silicon teams to optimize physical design processes
Requirements
  • Minimum 10+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Electrical engineering fundamentals in digital circuits, timing/power concepts, and logic design
  • Basic scripting skills to interface with tools and mine data
  • Experience with industry-standard synthesis, PnR, and STA tools
Preferred Qualifications
  • Strong fundamentals in high-performance and low-power physical design techniques
  • Proficiency in programming and scripting (e.g., Python, TCL, Perl)
  • Understanding of deep sub-micron technology challenges and ability to write algorithms and code for PPA extraction
What We Offer

At Apple, we offer a comprehensive compensation package, including base pay, discretionary bonuses, and commission payments. You will also have access to our Employee Stock Purchase Plan and discretionary restricted stock unit awards. Additionally, you will receive benefits such as comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and reimbursement for certain educational expenses.

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.



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