CPU Cache Architect

1 week ago

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

Apple is seeking an experienced technical leader to drive CPU multi-level cache subsystem architecture and RTL development for multi-processor systems.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and specify micro-architecture for CPU cache subsystems
  • Own and develop RTL design for cache subsystems, targeting power, performance, area, and timing goals
  • Support verification team in test bench development, formal methods, and simulation/emulation for functional verification
  • Explore high-performance strategies and work with performance verification team to verify that the RTL design meets targeted performance
  • Work with multi-functional engineering team to implement and verify physical design on aspects of timing, area, reliability, testability, and power
Requirements
  • Minimum BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Thorough knowledge of microprocessor architecture, including expertise in one or more of the following areas: coherence protocols and interconnects, high-performance design techniques, memory subsystem queuing, scheduling, starvation, and deadlock avoidance
  • Knowledge of Verilog and/or VHDL, experience with simulators and waveform debugging tools
  • Knowledge of logic design principles, timing, and power implications
  • Understanding of low power microarchitecture techniques, high-performance techniques, and trade-offs in a CPU microarchitecture
  • Experience in C or C++ programming, experience using an interpretive language such as Perl or Python
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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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 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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