Circuit Design Engineer - Library

Apple Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Circuit Design Engineer to join their innovative team in Santa Clara. In this pivotal role, you will engage in cutting-edge processor design, focusing on library architecture and optimization to enhance performance. Collaborating with talented engineers, you'll drive layout optimization and contribute to the development of high-performance circuits. This position offers a unique opportunity to work at the forefront of technology, with a commitment to inclusion and diversity. If you're passionate about circuit design and eager to make a significant impact, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of relevant experience in circuit design and library architecture.
• Strong understanding of CMOS and digital circuits for optimization.

Responsibilities

• Drive layout optimization and library architecture discussions.
• Engage with CPU, SOC, and GPU teams on physical design requirements.

Skills

CMOS device characteristics

Digital circuits optimization

Layout design knowledge

SPICE simulations

Scripting languages (Perl, Python, Tcl)

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Master's degree in Electrical Engineering

Tools

SPICE

RTL2GDSII flow

Job description

Santa Clara, California, United States Hardware

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Description

Imagine yourself at the center of our cutting-edge processor design in deep submicron technologies, and on standard cell library designs. You will drive concepts of transistor level circuit design, modeling and performance analysis, collaborating with all fields, playing a strategic role of getting functional products to millions of customers quickly. You will have the opportunity to integrate and come up with new ideas, as well as work with a team of hardworking engineers. As a Circuit Design Engineer for the custom circuits team, you will perform the following:

• Work on library architecture discussion & optimization effort to improve overall Library PPA.
• Drive layout optimization effort by identifying & reducing parasitics to push circuit PPA.
• Work on Library PPA for different technology, architecture, PDK releases.
• Develop standard cell circuits that push design PPA.
• Work on PNR block to validate the IP in testchips & benchmark new tech/PDK libraries.
• Work on Library Characterization (Timing/Power/Variation/etc) for all libraries.
• Engage with CPU, SOC and GPU teams on physical design requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in a relevant field of study and a minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong understanding of CMOS device characteristics and design rules.
• Strong understanding of Digital circuits & optimization for better PPA.
• Good layout design knowledge & parasitic optimization in various types of layouts.
• Hands-on experience running SPICE simulations and high sigma variation analysis.
• Experience in Circuit design of high-performance flip flops, level shifters, retention flops and other complex circuits is a plus.
• Experience in RTL2GDSII flow and/or Static Timing Analysis (STA) is a plus.
• Knowledge of deep submicron process issues & Finfet Technologies is a plus.
• Understanding of Timing characterization & modeling of Standard cell circuits is a plus.
• Strong proficiency in scripting languages like Perl, Python, and Tcl.
• Great teammate with good communication and analytical skills.
• MSEE preferred.

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 $136,300 and $248,700, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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.