Gate-level Noise (Signal Integrity) / STA CAD Engineer

Apple Inc

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TL;DR · Gate-level Noise (Signal Integrity) / STA CAD Engineer

As a member of the CAD group, the Gate-level Noise (Signal Integrity) / STA CAD Engineer supports gate-level glitch noise and static timing analysis methodologies to ensure signal integrity and robustness for silicon across advanced technology nodes. The role involves running production CAD flows and scripts, performing glitch noise analysis, and executing tapeout ECO tasks to support design convergence. Key responsibilities include assisting with tool qualifications, root-cause analysis of crosstalk glitches, and maintaining documentation. The position requires proficiency in Python, Tcl, and Perl scripting, along with exposure to industry-standard tools like PrimeTime-SI or Tempus. The engineer will work with design and physical design teams to manage noise and timing constraints, utilizing automated triage workflows and AI-agent pipelines to scale analysis across large SOC designs.

What you'll do

  • Apply sign-off methodologies and noise margins for gate-level glitch noise and static timing analysis.
  • Run and maintain production CAD flows and scripts for core noise and STA tools.
  • Execute glitch noise analysis tasks including checking glitch thresholds and propagation reports.
  • Perform root-cause analysis of crosstalk glitch and timing anomalies using automated triage workflows.
  • Execute noise and timing ECO tasks to support design convergence toward tapeout.
  • Participate in tool and version qualification activities to track QoR and performance data.
  • Support design and physical design teams with noise and timing constraints and flow issues.

What we're looking for

  • BS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related technical discipline.
  • 1-2 years of experience in CAD methodology, EDA support, or digital design (preferred).
  • Foundational understanding of gate-level signal integrity, crosstalk glitch noise, and static timing analysis (STA) (preferred).
  • Exposure to industry-standard SI and STA tools like PrimeTime-SI or Tempus (preferred).
  • Basic scripting skills in Python, Tcl, and/or Perl (preferred).
  • Coursework or project exposure to standard cell library noise characterization or SPICE simulation basics (preferred).
  • Familiarity with place-and-route concepts and physical design flow basics (preferred).
  • Curiosity about AI/LLM-assisted workflows for CAD scripting and automated triage (preferred).

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