CPU Implementation Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Santa Clara, CA
Salary
$129,300–$194,700 / yr
Posted
16 days ago
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · CPU Implementation Engineer

The CPU Implementation Engineer joins the Silicon Engineering Group to focus on block-level implementation of high-performance microprocessor architecture. In this role, you will collaborate with micro-architects to define micro-architecture and evaluate power, performance, and area trade-offs. You will drive RTL-to-GDS design convergence through logic optimizations using synthesis and place-and-route tools while managing backend flows, electrical requirements, and silicon yield improvements. The position involves coordinating with internal CAD and PD methodology teams on tool features, as well as working with custom IP teams to co-optimize memory macros and library standard cells. Required skills include proficiency in TCL or Perl, along with knowledge of logic design and digital circuits. You will also manage floorplanning, pin-placement, and timing budgeting to solve complex hardware challenges within the CPU domain.

What you'll do

  • Define micro-architecture and evaluate design feasibility with micro-architects regarding PPA trade-offs.
  • Drive RTL-to-GDS design convergence through synthesis and place-and-route tool optimizations.
  • Deliver block-level designs while closing backend flows, electrical requirements, and silicon yield improvements.
  • Collaborate with CAD and PD teams to optimize and adopt industry-standard synthesis and PNR tools.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams on CPU floorplanning, timing, power, reliability, and testability.
  • Partner with custom IP teams to co-optimize memory macros and library standard cells for better PPA.

What we're looking for

  • Minimum of a Bachelor's degree.
  • Experience in TCL or Perl.
  • Knowledge of logic design and digital circuits (preferred).
  • Familiarity with high performance CPU microprocessor architecture (preferred).
  • Experience using industry standard logic Synthesis, PnR, STA, and Power analysis tools (preferred).
  • Experience with floor-planning, pin-placement, and timing budgeting (preferred).
  • Ability to work well in a team, self-motivated, and excellent communication skills (preferred).

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