ASIC STA Engineer: Timing & IP Lead

Apple, Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple, Inc. is seeking an ASIC STA Engineer in Beaverton, Oregon to own full chip and block timing closure and develop timing methodologies for high-end mobile SOCs.

You will collaborate with multi-functional teams to resolve complex timing issues, generate timing constraints, and ensure high-quality IP deliverables in deep sub-micron processes. A strong foundation in digital design and scripting is essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree + 3 years of experience in ASIC STA or timing closure.
• Strong fundamentals in Digital design and timing concepts.
• Proficient in scripting languages (TCL and Perl).
• Familiarity with ASIC timing concepts and STA tools such as Primetime.
• Experience with front-end tools and methodologies (Synthesis, logic checks).
• Familiarity with Constraint analysis and debug tools (GCA) is desirable.
• Knowledge of timing corners, variations and signal integrity issues; good cross-team communication.

Responsibilities

• Own full-chip and block-level timing closure across the SOC design lifecycle.
• Generate block and full-chip timing constraints and verification methodologies.
• Collaborate with multiple SOC teams to resolve timing issues in Apple SoCs.
• Work with deep-sub-micron technologies for high-end mobile applications.

Skills

Digital design fundamentals

Self-starter

Scripting (TCL, Perl)

ASIC design timing concepts

Constraint analysis and debugging

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Primetime

Galaxy Constraint Analyzer (GCA)

Synthesis tools

Logic equivalence checks

Job description

Apple, Inc. is seeking an ASIC STA Engineer in Beaverton, Oregon to own full chip and block timing closure and develop timing methodologies for high-end mobile SOCs.

You will collaborate with multi-functional teams to resolve complex timing issues, generate timing constraints, and ensure high-quality IP deliverables in deep sub-micron processes. A strong foundation in digital design and scripting is essential.