Silicon Emulation Specialist
2 weeks ago
Silicon Emulation Specialist
Location: San Diego, California, United States
Department: Hardware
Are you passionate about developing sophisticated solutions to intricate challenges? Do you recognize the significance of every single detail? As a vital member of our Silicon Technologies team, you will contribute to the design and production of our cutting-edge, high-performance, energy-efficient processors and system-on-chip (SoC) solutions. Your work will ensure that Apple products and services can efficiently manage the tasks that endear them to millions of users.
Joining this team means you will play a crucial role in crafting and building the technology that powers Apple devices. Collaborate with your team to enable customers to enjoy all the features they love. Imagine the possibilities at Apple, where innovative ideas rapidly transform into exceptional products, services, and customer experiences. Bring your enthusiasm and commitment to your role, and there’s no limit to what you can achieve. Here, dynamic, inspiring, and innovative technologies are the standard. The individuals who work here have revolutionized entire industries with all Apple hardware products. The same drive for innovation that fuels our products also guides our practices, reinforcing our pledge to leave the world better than we found it. Join us in delivering the next groundbreaking Apple innovation.
Role Overview
The SoC Emulation team is seeking a talented engineer to join our ranks, focusing on the development, deployment, and maintenance of advanced emulation environments. In this highly impactful position, you will be at the heart of a chip design initiative, collaborating across various disciplines, significantly influencing the timely delivery of functional products to millions of customers.
Key Responsibilities
- Engage in SoC bring-up on emulation, diagnosing issues with failing SoC/Processor tests and emulator environments.
- Support multiple emulation environments utilizing the latest techniques, including:
- C/C++ DPI Transactors
- System Verilog assertions
- Coverage analysis
- Power estimation
- SpeedBridges
- Accelerated UVM Testbenches
- Collaborate closely with Design, DV, Power, Silicon Validation, Performance, and Software teams. Strong design, debugging, communication, and teamwork skills are essential.
- Work with leading emulation vendors to enhance capabilities and troubleshoot issues.
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience in emulation across various platforms (Palladium, Protium, Veloce, or Zebu, EP), including design bring-up, build flow, debugging, and performance tuning.
- Proficiency in Verilog and VHDL design.
- Familiarity with C/C++, DPI, and System Verilog.
- Experience in scripting using languages such as Perl, Python, or Makefile.
- Knowledge of waveform debugging tools, such as Verdi/SimVision.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience with UVM verification environments.
- Background in design verification, DFT, and TestBench modeling.
- Understanding of communication/interface protocols, including PCIe, USB, DDR, and SPI.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to work effectively in a team.
Education & Experience
A Bachelor's degree along with a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience.
Additional Information
Compensation & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one component of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This allows for growth as you develop within your role. The base pay range for this position is between $135,400 and $250,600, with your specific pay depending on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become shareholders through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Additionally, employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards and can purchase Apple stock at a discount through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Benefits include 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. This role may also be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments, as well as relocation assistance.
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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