Physical Synthesis CAD Engineer

4 hours ago


Austin, Texas, United States Apple Full time
Design and Manufacture Next-Generation Processors

As a Physical Synthesis CAD Engineer at Apple, you will play a crucial role in designing and manufacturing our next-generation, high-performance, power-efficient processor, system-on-chip (SoC). You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless and efficient handling of tasks that make Apple products and services beloved by millions.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and improve existing flows for Physical Synthesis, LEC, and DFT Implementation
  • Support multiple design teams and work with cross-functional teams to integrate solutions in different flows
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve key FE methodology challenges
  • Develop innovative solutions in physical synthesis and DFT implementation space
  • Develop and maintain custom CAD tools for synthesis and DFT implementation
  • Develop flows/methodologies for better PPA and productivity, including ML-based solutions
  • Collaborate with tool vendors to resolve tool issues and drive PPA improvement opportunities in tool
Requirements
  • Experience with TCL, Python, or Perl scripting languages
  • Experience with industry-standard Synthesis tools such as Fusion Compiler or Genus
  • Experience working with CAD Tools & flow
  • Minimum requirement of BS + 10 years of relevant industry experience
Preferred Qualifications
  • Demonstrated experience in CAD flow or FE Methodology development
  • Ability to analyze RTL structures and identify optimization opportunities
  • Experience with Low Power implementation flows (UPF)
  • Experience with logical equivalence tools such as Conformal LEC and/or Formality
  • Experience in linting, static timing analysis, low power checks (UPF), or place and route tools

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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