Wireless SoC Design Engineer

Apple; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as a Wireless SoC Design Engineer, where your expertise in digital design and SoC architecture will be pivotal in creating innovative wireless silicon solutions. This role offers the chance to work with a world-class engineering team, focusing on energy-efficient designs that enhance user experiences. You will be involved in every aspect of SoC development, from microarchitecture definition to RTL design and optimization. With a commitment to collaboration and quality, you will thrive in this dynamic environment, contributing to groundbreaking technologies that shape the future. Embrace the opportunity to grow your career while enjoying comprehensive benefits and the chance to become an Apple shareholder.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• BS with 3+ years relevant experience in SoC design.
• Familiarity with ASIC design flow and digital design principles.

Responsibilities

• Define design microarchitecture and develop RTL design blocks.
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary groups to ensure timely delivery.

Skills

Digital Design

SoC Architecture

HDL Languages (Verilog)

Power Optimization

Collaboration Skills

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

EDA Tools

AXI/AHB Bus Fabric

Job description

Wireless SoC Design Engineer

Sunnyvale, California, United States Hardware

Summary

Posted: Apr 02, 2025

Role Number: 200597811

Come and join Apple’s growing wireless silicon development team. Our wireless SoC organization is responsible for all aspects of wireless silicon development, emphasizing highly energy-efficient design and new technologies that transform the user experience at the product level. All of this is driven by a world-class vertically integrated engineering team spanning RF/Analog architecture and design, Systems/PHY/MAC architecture and design, VLSI/RTL design and integration, Emulation, Design Verification, Test and Validation, and FW/SW engineering. If you enjoy a fast-paced and challenging environment, collaborate with people across different functional areas, and thrive during aggressive schedules, we encourage you to apply.

Description

As a SoC Design engineer, you will have responsibilities spanning all aspects of SoC:

1. Work with leads and architecture team to define the design microarchitecture.
2. Develop RTL design of one or more blocks following established design guidelines based on microarchitecture spec.
3. Own all aspects of RTL development design.
4. Work and collaborate with other designers in the group to deliver results.
5. Integrate common/shared IP blocks and optimize memories/hard macros required for the block.
6. Complete front-end synthesis/STA to ensure timing for the block is met.
7. Optimize power/performance.
8. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary groups to make sure designs are delivered on time and with the highest quality by incorporating proper checks at every stage of the design process.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS with 3+ years relevant experience.
• Familiarity with the ASIC design flow.
• Knowledge of digital design, SoC architecture, and HDL languages like Verilog.

Preferred Qualifications

• Exposure to design methodologies and industry standard EDA tools.
• Experience with AXI/AHB bus fabric and processor sub-systems.
• Understanding of UPF and low-power design & implementation techniques is a plus.
• Self-starter and willingness to learn.

Pay & Benefits

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.

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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.