Apple's Silicon Engineering Group is seeking a CPU Implementation Engineer to contribute to the design and optimization of CPU block-level implementations. This role involves collaborating with micro-architects and cross-functional teams to enhance power, performance, and area trade-offs. The engineer will be responsible for driving RTL-to-GDS design convergence and ensuring block-level design delivery. A strong focus on improving silicon yield and working with custom IP teams is essential.

• Minimum BS degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
• Experience in logic design and digital circuits
• Experience with low power and high frequency design techniques
• Experience with TCL or Perl
• Familiarity with high performance CPU microprocessor architecture and memory sub-system
• Knowledge in deep sub-micron technology and its implications to timing, power, and area
• Proficiency in using industry standard logic synthesis, PnR, STA, and power analysis tools

• Work with micro-architects to define micro-architecture and assist with design feasibility and PPA trade-offs
• Drive RTL-to-GDS design convergence through microarchitecture and logic optimizations
• Ensure block-level design delivery along with closure of backend flows and electrical requirements
• Collaborate with internal CAD and PD methodology teams on synthesis/PNR tool features and optimizations
• Work with cross-functional teams on CPU floorplan, timing, power, reliability, and testability
• Collaborate with custom IP teams to define and co-optimize memory macros and library standard cells

• 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.