CPU Performance Engineer - Memory Subsystem & Architecture

Apple Inc.; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is looking for a CPU Performance Engineer in Austin, Texas. This role focuses on optimizing CPU and cache micro-architecture, collaborating with design teams to enhance performance across various Apple products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CPU and SOC architecture, proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages like Perl or Python, and experience with performance simulation environments. Preferred qualifications include a higher degree in a related field and experience in a research-driven environment.

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.
• Identify performance bottlenecks and evaluate improvement ideas.
• Collaborate with CPU and SoC designers on feasibility assessments.

Skills

CPU and SOC architecture knowledge

Performance simulation environments

C/C++ programming

Scripting languages (Perl/Python)

Education

MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Apple Inc. is looking for a CPU Performance Engineer in Austin, Texas. This role focuses on optimizing CPU and cache micro-architecture, collaborating with design teams to enhance performance across various Apple products. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in CPU and SOC architecture, proficiency in C/C++ and scripting languages like Perl or Python, and experience with performance simulation environments. Preferred qualifications include a higher degree in a related field and experience in a research-driven environment.