CAD Engineer - Circuit Simulation Methodology

Apple, Inc.; Jackson (TN); On-site; USD 150,000 - 278,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock programs

Educational reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Discretionary bonuses

Job summary

Apple, Inc. in the United States seeks a senior transistor-level simulation engineer to support and optimize flows across design teams. You will collaborate with physical-design, circuit-design, power and technology groups to deliver accurate simulations and scalable verification solutions.

Strong analytical skills and Python/C++ experience are preferred; relocation and discretionary bonuses may apply. The role provides high-visibility impact on product quality and offers opportunities to

Qualifications

• Experience with transistor level circuit simulation.
• Proficient in Python, Perl or C/C++.
• BS degree plus 3 years relevant experience.

Responsibilities

• Support transistor level simulation solutions and flows.
• Collaborate with Physical-design, Circuit-design, Power, and Technology teams.
• Develop improvements to EM/IR flows and verification methodologies.
• Drive initiatives with senior team members.

Skills

Python

Perl

C/C++

Education

BS + 3 years experience

Tools

EM/IR tools

Job description

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming phenomenal products very quickly. Do you want to bring passion and dedication to your job? There's no telling what you could accomplish at Apple.

The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices - we continue to strengthen our commitment to leave the world better than we found it.

Description

In this highly visible role, your primary responsibilities will include

• Supporting transistor level simulation solutions that scale with accuracy and capacity challenges
• Supporting and enhancing the custom transistor level simulation flows and/or EM/IR flows
• Collaborating with various design groups (Physical-design and integration, Circuit-design / Power / Technology) to address their circuit verification requirements across different processes
• Partnering with design, CAD and EDA teams to identify flow deficiencies and deliver state of art solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands on experience developing transistor level simulation flows and automations for improved accuracy and higher performance
• Knowledge in EM/IR analysis tools, including their working principles and methods.
• Familiar with custom design environment and flows, including schematic/layout design, simulation, extraction, and physical verification.
• Strong analytical skills with demonstrated ability to root-cause technical challenges and communicate solutions for methodology advancement
• Ability to coordinate and drive initiatives together with senior team members

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with custom design environment and transistor level circuit simulation
• Proficiency in at least one of the following programming languages: Python, Perl, C/C++
• Minimum requirement of BS + 3 years of relevant industry experience

Pay & Benefits

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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. You'll also receive benefits including: 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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.