Senior Analog Layout Automation Engineer (AI/ML)

Apple; Waltham (MA); On-site; USD 158,000 - 281,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple, Inc. is seeking an Analog Layout Automation Engineer in Waltham, MA to drive automation and AI-powered techniques for high-performance AMS layouts.

You will collaborate with circuit designers to convert concepts into silicon, evaluate LVS/DRC issues, and advance workflows with scripting and data-driven insights. The role emphasizes CAD tool expertise (Cadence Virtuoso/Innovus), deep submicron CMOS/FinFET layouts, and strong programming skills to push automation and quality.

Qualifications

• BS and 10+ years relevant industry experience.
• Experience designing analog/mixed-signal layouts in deep-submicron CMOS/FinFET.
• Familiarity with AI/ML concepts and scripting for layout automation.

Responsibilities

• Translate design concepts into silicon using advanced CAD tools.
• Review floor plans, run LVS/DRC/ERC checks, and resolve issues.
• Develop automation scripts and AI/ML-guided layout optimization.

Skills

Python

Shell scripting

TCL

Perl

SKILL language

Automation scripting

Data analysis

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field

Tools

Cadence Virtuoso

Cadence Innovus

PCells

CPython/PyTorch basics

CAD automation tools

Job description

Apple, Inc. is seeking an Analog Layout Automation Engineer in Waltham, MA to drive automation and AI-powered techniques for high-performance AMS layouts.

You will collaborate with circuit designers to convert concepts into silicon, evaluate LVS/DRC issues, and advance workflows with scripting and data-driven insights. The role emphasizes CAD tool expertise (Cadence Virtuoso/Innovus), deep submicron CMOS/FinFET layouts, and strong programming skills to push automation and quality.