IC Package Design Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Francisco, CA
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$129,300–$225,300 / yr
Posted
7 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 · IC Package Design Engineer

The IC Package Design Engineer joins the Packaging team to define, design, and integrate advanced electronic packaging solutions for internal and custom components. This role involves leading package architecture, driving structure optimization, and owning physical design from concept through tape-out for SoC, memory, RF, and cellular technologies. Key responsibilities include performing physical layout of package substrates, executing parasitic extraction, and conducting S-parameter modeling to meet Signal and Power Integrity targets. The engineer will utilize Cadence Allegro, Mentor Xpedition, Calibre, CAM350, and HFSS or PowerSI. Candidates must demonstrate proficiency in high-speed interface layout constraints like DDR and PCIe, substrate manufacturing processes, and design for manufacturability. Additionally, the role requires using Python, Perl, or TCL scripting in Unix/Linux environments to automate design flows and improve efficiency.

What you'll do

  • Perform physical layout of package substrates for SoC, Memory, RF, and cellular integrated circuits.
  • Execute parasitic extraction and S-parameter modeling to validate Signal and Power Integrity performance.
  • Own Package, SiP, and module physical design from initial concept through tape-out.
  • Optimize package structure and configuration to meet system co-optimization requirements.
  • Develop automated design and verification flows using Python, Perl, or TCL to enhance efficiency.
  • Evaluate and integrate new CAD tools and AI technologies to improve design quality.
  • Ensure designs meet Design for Manufacturability (DFM) and substrate manufacturing process rules.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree required.
  • Experience in IC package physical design using Cadence Allegro or Mentor Xpedition platforms (preferred).
  • Knowledge of diverse package types such as SiP, PoP, and wirebond (preferred).
  • Experience with verification tools like Calibre or CAM350 (preferred).
  • Understanding of high-speed interface layout constraints (DDR, PCIe) and SI/PI analysis (preferred).
  • Experience with simulation tools like HFSS or PowerSI and parasitic extraction (preferred).
  • Knowledge of substrate manufacturing processes, design rules (DRC), and design for manufacturability (DFM) (preferred).
  • Proficiency in Python, Perl, or TCL scripting within a Unix/Linux environment (preferred).

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