Physical Synthesis CAD Engineer

22 hours ago


Cupertino, California, 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 processors. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure that our products and services can seamlessly and efficiently handle the tasks that make them 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
  • Work with cross-functional teams to solve key physical synthesis challenges
  • Develop innovative solutions in physical synthesis space
  • Develop and maintain custom CAD tools for synthesis and DFT implementation
  • Work with tool vendors to resolve tool/flow issues
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 + 3 years of relevant industry experience
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Experience in CAD flow or FE methodology development
  • 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
Benefits:
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Range of discounted products and free services
  • Reimbursement for certain educational expenses
  • Discretionary bonuses or commission payments


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