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GPU Physical Design Engineer

Apple

Location

USA (Multiple Locations)

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

This role is part of Apple's Silicon Technologies group, focusing on the design and manufacturing of high-performance, power-efficient GPUs. The position requires a blend of strategic engineering and hands-on experience in physical design and large chip integration. The successful candidate will be responsible for implementing complete chip design from RTL to tapeout, ensuring that Apple products can handle complex tasks seamlessly. Collaboration with various teams and driving best practices in physical design will be key aspects of this role.

Requirements

  • BS degree with 10 years of relevant experience in ASIC implementation.
  • Proven ability in all aspects of ASIC implementation including Synthesis, DFT insertion, Floorplanning, and Place and Route.
  • Experience with industry standard physical implementation tools and PPA optimization flows.
  • Proficiency in TCL, Perl, or Python scripting.
  • Experience with multi-voltage, power gated, and power retention designs.
  • Knowledge of hierarchical design approaches and physical convergence.

Responsibilities

  • Work closely with the FE team to understand chip architecture and drive physical aspects early in the design cycle.
  • Drive best in class PD construction and optimization recipes for performance, power, and area.
  • Collaborate to streamline PD work and establish guidelines and checklists.
  • Lead and resolve design and flow issues related to physical design.
  • Work cross-functionally to ensure delivery of best in class physical implementations.
  • Integrate IP from both internal and external vendors and specify IP requirements in the physical domain.
  • Create and analyze floorplanning tools, P&R flows, and static timing verification flows.

Benefits

  • 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.

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