CPU Physical Design Methodology and Optimization Engineer

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. This role is part of Apple's industry-recognized and innovative CPU design team, focusing on physical design (PD) methodology and optimization. The position involves solving key problems in the physical design space with a focus on improving Power, Performance and Area (PPA) of industry-leading CPU designs.

As a CPU Physical Design Methodology and Optimization Engineer, you'll work at the intersection of hardware design and optimization, contributing to groundbreaking Apple products. You'll collaborate with multiple teams including CPU, CAD, and design teams to develop new flows and algorithms for improving chip performance and efficiency. The role requires expertise in electrical engineering fundamentals, particularly in digital circuits and timing/power concepts.

The position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology and influence both CPU and SOC teams. You'll be involved in applying machine learning techniques to silicon design, pushing the boundaries of what's possible in hardware optimization. The role requires strong analytical skills, the ability to work across different teams, and expertise in physical design techniques.

Key responsibilities include developing new PD focused flows, conducting detailed analysis across partitions, and collaborating with various teams to improve optimization during physical design. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in high-performance & low-power physical design techniques, proficiency in programming and scripting, and excellent communication skills.

At Apple, you'll be part of a team that has reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices, strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. This is a chance to contribute to groundbreaking technology while working with some of the best minds in the industry.