CPU Performance Engineer - Memory Subsystem & Architecture

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a CPU Performance Engineer focused on the memory subsystem to advance the performance of iPhone, iPad, Mac and server platforms.

You will analyze single- and multi-threaded workloads, collaborate with CPU/RTL teams, and push ideas from modeling to implementation, helping shape next-generation micro-architectures.

The role requires strong C/C++ skills, performance modeling experience, and a proven track record in research-driven environments.

Qualifications

• Experience in CPU and SOC architecture and micro-architecture.
• Experience with performance simulation environments.
• Object-oriented programming experience in C/C++.
• Experience in a scripting language such as Perl or Python.

Responsibilities

• Define and optimize CPU and cache micro-architecture and identify bottlenecks.
• Collaborate with CPU/SoC designers to assess feasibility through modeling and RTL.
• Analyze single- and multi-threaded workloads to drive data-driven improvements.

Skills

CPU architecture

Performance simulation

C/C++

Python/Perl scripting

Memory architecture

Education

MS/PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering or CS

Job description

Apple Inc. is seeking a CPU Performance Engineer focused on the memory subsystem to advance the performance of iPhone, iPad, Mac and server platforms.

You will analyze single- and multi-threaded workloads, collaborate with CPU/RTL teams, and push ideas from modeling to implementation, helping shape next-generation micro-architectures.

The role requires strong C/C++ skills, performance modeling experience, and a proven track record in research-driven environments.