CPU Implementation & PPA Methodology Engineer

Apple Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Beaverton, Oregon, is seeking a talented engineer to work on VLSI digital designs. You will generate new ideas and methodologies while collaborating with various teams to improve optimization and implementation strategies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of industry experience, focusing on multi-GHz performance, logic optimization, and strong scripting skills in Python and TCL. Apple is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to inclusion and diversity.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience with multi-GHz performance goals.

Responsibilities

• Generate and validate new ideas, working with CPU Designers and CAD teams.
• Conduct detailed analysis to identify optimization opportunities.
• Collaborate across teams to improve optimization during Implementation.
• Contribute to Synthesis and Physical Design Implementation methodologies.

Skills

Experience with implementing VLSI digital designs

Logic optimization trade-offs

Scripting skills

Understanding of deep sub-micron technology

Excellent debugging and problem-solving skills

Education

Minimum BS in a relevant field

Tools

SAPR design tools

Industry standard synthesis tools

STA tools

Job description

Apple Inc. in Beaverton, Oregon, is seeking a talented engineer to work on VLSI digital designs. You will generate new ideas and methodologies while collaborating with various teams to improve optimization and implementation strategies.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor’s degree and at least 3 years of industry experience, focusing on multi-GHz performance, logic optimization, and strong scripting skills in Python and TCL. Apple is an equal opportunity employer dedicated to inclusion and diversity.