In this role at Apple, you will be responsible for implementing complete chip design from netlist to tapeout. You will collaborate with the front-end team to understand chip architecture and influence physical design early in the process. The position requires you to work closely with the physical design team to establish methodologies and streamline workflows. Additionally, you will act as a focal point for place and route activities, ensuring effective communication and execution among engineers.

• Minimum BS degree with 0+ years of experience
• Knowledgeable in partition or top level place and route implementation
• Strong knowledge of physical design construction and analysis flows
• Strong communication skills
• Experienced with industry standard tools

• Implement complete chip design from netlist to tapeout
• Work with the front-end team to understand chip architecture
• Drive methodologies and best practices for physical design work
• Act as a focal point for place and route activities
• Resolve design and flow issues related to 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.