This role at Apple involves performing physical design implementation of CPU designs from RTL to GDS. The focus is on creating a design database that meets power, performance, and area targets for manufacturing. The position requires collaboration with micro-architects and multi-functional engineering teams to ensure the design meets various criteria. It emphasizes the importance of innovation and diversity in the workplace.

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Engineering or related field
• 3 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation
• Experience in performing synthesis and place and route with leading EDA tools
• Understanding of low power microarchitecture and implementation techniques
• Experience in designing in deep sub-micron technologies and device physics
• Proficiency in TCL, Perl, and Python for scripting

• Conduct all aspects of the CPU physical design flow including synthesis, place and route, and static timing analysis.
• Work with micro-architects to define memory subsystems and perform feasibility studies.
• Collaborate with multi-functional engineering teams to validate physical design aspects.
• Conduct verification and signoff including static timing analysis and layout verification.
• Analyze results and make recommendations to improve CPU microarchitectures.

• 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.