STA Engineer

SummaryPosted: Role Number:200578751Imagine what you could do here at Apple, new insights 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, 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 real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it. Join us to help deliver the next phenomenal Apple product. Do you enjoy working on challenges that no one has solved yet? As a member of our dynamic group, you will get the outstanding and great opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and encourage millions of Apple’s customers every single day. Are you ready to join a team redefining hardware technology? We are searching for a hardworking engineer to join our exciting team of problem solvers. Join our team and be responsible for groundbreaking IP development and coordinating with multiple SOC teams. In this role, you will work collaboratively with various SOC teams to complete design and integration tasks for the high quality IP deliverables.DescriptionAs an ASIC Integration Engineer, you will have responsibilities spanning various aspects of SOC design: - Full chip and block level timing closure ownership throughout the entire project cycle (RTL, synthesis and physical implementation. - Develop and maintain methodology and flows related to timing verification and closure. - Generation of block and full chip timing constraints. - Work on Apple SoC (System-on-Silicon) chips in deep sub-micron technologies targeted for high end mobile applications. - Work closely with various multi-functional teams on resolving complex timing issues for major building blocks of complex SoCs. - Working independently and manage deliverables to align with project milestonesMinimum QualificationsBachelors Degree + 10 Years of ExperiencePreferred QualificationsHave deep knowledge of the ASIC design timing closure flow and methodology.Deep experience in ASIC timing constraints generation and timing closure. Expertise in STA tools (Primetime) and flow.Good knowledge of timing corners/modes, process variations and signal integrity related issues.Hands on experience in timing/SDC constraints generation and management.Proficient in scripting languages (TCL and Perl).Familiarity with synthesis, logic equivalence, DFT and backend related methodology and tools.Understand and implement improving existing methodologies and flows. Experience in reducing the number of timing signoff corners by merging different timing modes is highly desired.Strong background in Constraint analysis and debug, using industry standard tools such as Synopsys GCA (Galaxy Constraint Analyzer).Detailed understanding and experience in timing closure of various test modes such as scan shift, scan capture, atspeed and Bist testing.Self-starter and highly motivatedPay & BenefitsAt Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,800 and $312,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.Apple 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.