Senior Physical Design Engineer

3 weeks ago


San Diego, California, United States Apple Full time
Role Summary

As a Physical Electrical Analysis Engineer on Apple's SoC team, you will be responsible for driving the electrical analysis and verification of an SoC.

Key Responsibilities
  • Perform various electrical analyses at the block or chip level, including Gridcheck, ESD, Static/Dynamic IR, EM, Noise and Signal EM.
  • Collaborate with the CAD/library/circuit technology/system teams for tech/flow evaluation, bring-up, validation and qualification for SoC chip development.
  • Work with the implementation team during the entire chip design cycle to drive EMIR test planning, analysis support, and sign-off closure for tape-out.
  • Manage schedules and support cross-functional engineering efforts for the success of Apple's SoC product development.
Requirements
  • Minimum BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
  • Solid background and knowledge of low-power circuit design, computer architecture, and digital systems.
  • Multi-year hands-on experience working on ASIC or AMS physical implementation and analysis flow for IP blocks as well as SoC fullchip.
  • Proficient in automating and debugging verification flows for digital VLSI design.
  • Knowledge with industrial EDA backend tools like Redhawk, PrimeRail, Voltus or a similar tool is required. Experience with Innovus, Design Compiler, PrimeTime and Tempus is preferred.
  • Familiar with voltage drop budgeting, low-power design techniques, and sign-off criteria for solid-state digital circuit systems.
  • You have engaged in multiple design tape-outs regarding power integrity signoff.
  • Circuit design background and SPICE experience are a plus.
What We Offer

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 $166,600 and $296,300, 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.

We also offer 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is 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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