UPF Methodology Engineer - AI-Driven Low-Power SOC

Apple, Inc.; Beaverton (OR); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple seeks a senior UPF engineer in Beaverton, OR to advance low-power chip design. You will refine UPF methodologies and expand power intent coverage, enabling robust verification across mobile SOCs.

Responsibilities include deploying UPF for frontend and P&R stages, performing power assessments on custom circuitry, and collaborating with design teams to resolve UPF workflow challenges. BS plus 10+ years required, with expertise in UPF and scripting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field; minimum 10 years of industry experience.
• Experience with UPF implementation and verification.
• Strong scripting skills in Python and Tcl.
• Knowledge of CMOS power design principles.
• Experience applying AI/ML to coding and workflow optimization.

Responsibilities

• Enhance UPF methodologies for power intent coverage using advanced verification techniques.
• Develop tailored UPF solutions to match project requirements.
• Oversee UPF deployment and sign-off for frontend and place-and-route stages.
• Conduct power intent assessments on custom circuitry.
• Collaborate with design and verification teams to troubleshoot UPF workflow challenges.
• Integrate AI/ML technologies to optimize UPF processes and methodologies.

Skills

UPF implementation

UPF verification

Python

Tcl

AI/ML in design

RTL-to-GDSII flow

Education

Bachelor's degree in a relevant field

Tools

VSILP/VCLP

CLP

Job description

Apple seeks a senior UPF engineer in Beaverton, OR to advance low-power chip design. You will refine UPF methodologies and expand power intent coverage, enabling robust verification across mobile SOCs.

Responsibilities include deploying UPF for frontend and P&R stages, performing power assessments on custom circuitry, and collaborating with design teams to resolve UPF workflow challenges. BS plus 10+ years required, with expertise in UPF and scripting.