CPU Implementation Methodology Engineer

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have 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. Do you want join us in these pursuits? Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product!As a member of the CPU implementation methodology team, you will help drive CPU design initiatives and flow development. This is a tremendous opportunity for an engineer with Synthesis and PNR experience to influence improvement for our design team!Description- Generate and validate new ideas, create flows and methodologies around them by working with CPU Designers, CAD teams and EDA tool vendors to improve PPA- Detailed analysis across partitions to understand optimization opportunities- Cross functional collaboration across STA, library, tech and post silicon teams to improve optimization during Implementation- Contribute to aspects of Synthesis and Physical Design Implementation methodologiesMinimum QualificationsMinimum BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experienceIndustry experience implementing very large digital designs using SAPR toolsKnowledge of logic optimization techniques and trade-offs between area, timing and powerAdvanced scripting skills sufficient to interface with tools and analyze dataPreferred Qualifications

Experience Implementing high-performance and low-power CPU designsExperience with SAPR/PNR design flow infrastructure/scriptsProficiency in programming and scripting (Example: Python, TCL)Understanding of challenges related to latest deep sub-micron technology and ability to write algorithms and code to extract PPA during ImplementationStrong interpersonal skills and ability to work effectively in a dynamic team environmentStrong understanding and experience using industry standard synthesis, PnR and STA toolsExcellent debugging and problem-solving skillsApple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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