The SOC Performance Modeling SW Architect will be part of the system-on-chip performance team at Apple, focusing on shaping the architecture of future devices. This role involves deep collaboration with various teams to deliver high-quality performance models and infrastructure. The main goal is to ensure seamless operation of all components on the chips, enhancing customer experience. The architect will engage in the full life-cycle of performance modeling, from architectural exploration to post-silicon correlation.

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
• Experience in hardware architecture and design issues.
• Experience coding in C++ and Python.
• Experience with computer architecture and software engineering principles.
• Experience with data structures and algorithms.
• MS or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
• 20+ years of relevant experience.

• Ensure Apple's ability to produce high quality, timely data for hardware designs.
• Collaborate with engineers to translate design space studies into software models.
• Develop high-performance C++ models based on hardware execution models.
• Pay close attention to the performance, maintainability, and flexibility of the simulator.
• Support hardware architects in quickly iterating on experiments.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.