In this role, you will be part of a recognized CPU design team at Apple, focusing on enhancing the physical design methodology and optimization processes. Your work will directly impact the Power, Performance, and Area (PPA) of leading CPU designs. You will collaborate with various teams, including CPU, CAD, and SOC teams, to develop innovative flows and algorithms. Additionally, you will explore new technical areas, such as applying machine learning techniques in silicon design.

• Minimum BS degree and 3+ years of relevant industry experience
• Experience in digital circuits, timing/power concepts, and logic design
• Proficiency in programming and scripting in Python, TCL, or Perl
• Strong fundamentals in high-performance and low-power physical design techniques
• Experience with industry standard synthesis, PnR, and STA tools
• Understanding of challenges related to the latest deep sub-micron technology

• Work with CPU, CAD, and design teams to engineer new flows and algorithms to improve PPA
• Conduct detailed analysis across partitions to identify optimization opportunities
• Develop new physical design focused flows to enhance CPU performance and efficiency
• Collaborate cross-functionally with STA, library, tech, and post-silicon teams to improve optimization during physical design

• 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.