ASIC Design Engineer, Neural Engine DMA

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Sunnyvale, CA
Salary
$129,300–$194,700 / yr
Posted
58 days ago
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TL;DR · ASIC Design Engineer, Neural Engine DMA

As an ASIC Design Engineer — Neural Engine DMA within the Silicon Engineering Group, you will contribute to the design of high-performance DMA subsystem blocks from microarchitecture specification through tapeout. You will be responsible for moving model weights and activation tensors between memory subsystems and the Apple Neural Engine to support on-device AI capabilities like computational photography and live translation. Your daily work involves writing well-parameterized RTL, performing synthesis, timing closure, area and power analysis, and linting while collaborating with architecture and verification teams. The role requires proficiency in Verilog or SystemVerilog, knowledge of digital design fundamentals like pipelining and finite state machines, and exposure to AMBA bus protocols. You will also utilize scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Tcl for automation while solving complex problems regarding data movement, throughput, and correctness.

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What you'll do

  • Design DMA subsystem blocks from microarchitecture specification through tapeout.
  • Write well-parameterized RTL structured for correct synthesis, clean timing, and low power.
  • Implement assertions and cover points to encode design intent and ensure verification completeness.
  • Execute front-end implementation tasks including synthesis, timing closure, area/power analysis, and linting.
  • Perform logic equivalence checks during the front-end design cycle.
  • Contribute to micro-architectural specifications to meet performance, power, and area targets.
  • Review test plans and debug failures in coordination with verification teams.
  • Ensure the design's intended behavior is fully exercised through formal and functional verification.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Familiarity with Verilog or SystemVerilog and core digital design fundamentals like FSMs, pipelining, and timing.
  • Exposure to on-chip bus protocols such as AMBA (AXI, AHB, APB).
  • Knowledge of system-level concepts including SoC data movement, flow control, and memory system trade-offs.
  • Background or interest in high-bandwidth domains like networking, multimedia, or AI/ML.
  • Familiarity with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Tcl for design automation.
  • Strong technical writing skills and the ability to contribute constructively in design reviews.

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