Physical Design Methodology CAD Engineer

Apple Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 313,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Physical Design Methodology CAD Engineer, where you'll lead innovative projects and collaborate with diverse teams to tackle key design challenges. This role offers the opportunity to develop cutting-edge solutions and methodologies that enhance productivity and performance. With a focus on creating effective implementation flows and custom CAD tools, you will play a vital role in advancing technology nodes. Enjoy a competitive salary, comprehensive benefits, and the chance to participate in stock programs, all while contributing to a culture of inclusion and diversity. If you're passionate about physical design and looking for a dynamic environment, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products

Free services

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 10+ years of industry experience in physical design and CAD flow.
• Proficiency in scripting languages such as Tcl, Python, or Perl.

Responsibilities

• Lead cross-functional teams to solve physical design challenges.
• Develop and maintain custom CAD tools for implementation.

Skills

Tcl

Python

Perl

Physical Design Methodology

EDA Tools

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

PNR Tools

CAD Tools

Job description

Physical Design Methodology CAD Engineer

Santa Clara, California, United States Hardware

Description

- Participating and leading cross functional teams to solve key physical design challenges.
- Developing innovative solutions in physical design and optimization space.
- Developing and supporting implementation flows for multiple projects and design teams.
- Developing and maintaining custom CAD tools for implementation and signoff.
- Creating flows to enable successful deployment of new technology nodes.
- Developing tools and methodologies for best-in-class PPA and productivity including ML based solutions.
- Collaborating with other disciplines such as physical design verification, RC extraction, IR and static timing analysis (STA).
- Driving EDA tool vendor interactions, to resolve tool issues and identify areas for tool improvements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum requirement of BS + 10 years of relevant industry experience
• Proficiency with Tcl, Python or Perl scripting languages.
• Experience in CAD flow or PD methodology development.

Preferred Qualifications

• Ability to coordinate and drive initiatives with little to no oversight
• Hands on knowledge of industry standard PNR tools.
• Expertise in analysis aspects of Physical Design - extraction, timing, noise, physical verification, EMIR.
• Hands on experience with high performance and low power implementation flows.

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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.