CPU Performance Architect: Workload & Platform Innovation

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is looking for a CPU Performance & Workload Analysis Architect in Austin, Texas, to drive explorations for next-gen CPU architectures. The role involves analyzing workloads, developing performance analysis tools, and optimizing for CPU designs. Candidates should have experience in CPU architecture and programming in C/C++. A Master's or PhD in a related field is preferred, along with 20+ years of relevant experience. Apple promotes inclusion and equal opportunity for all applicants.

Qualifications

• Experience with CPU architecture and micro-architecture.
• Object-oriented programming experience with C and C++.
• Experience with CPU performance analysis and associated tools.
• Experience with common performance benchmarks.

Responsibilities

• Profile and analyze existing and emerging workloads in CPU/SOC simulation.
• Develop performance and trace analysis tools.
• Run and analyze workloads on simulators and prototype devices.
• Develop expertise in emerging fields like ML and AR/VR.

Skills

CPU architecture knowledge

C and C++ programming

CPU performance analysis tools

Performance benchmarks understanding

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering

Tools

Data analysis frameworks

AI tools

Job description

Apple Inc. is looking for a CPU Performance & Workload Analysis Architect in Austin, Texas, to drive explorations for next-gen CPU architectures. The role involves analyzing workloads, developing performance analysis tools, and optimizing for CPU designs. Candidates should have experience in CPU architecture and programming in C/C++. A Master's or PhD in a related field is preferred, along with 20+ years of relevant experience. Apple promotes inclusion and equal opportunity for all applicants.