In this role at Apple, you will be part of a dynamic team focused on completing partition place and route from netlist to tapeout, including automation tasks for Apple SOC. The position requires collaboration with various teams such as CAD, Physical Verification, and Electrical Analysis to ensure a robust power grid. You will also be responsible for developing features and methodologies for a wide range of SOC partitions. This is an opportunity to contribute to groundbreaking Apple products while working in a fast-paced and innovative environment.

• Minimum BS degree and 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience with block level Physical Design Implementation from Netlist to GDS.
• Scripting skills in TCL and/or Python for automation tasks.
• Understanding of industry standard tools for PNR, Voltage Drop Analysis, STA, and Layout Verification.
• Experience with the latest technology nodes tapeout is a plus.

• Complete partition place and route from netlist to tapeout.
• Work multi-functionally with CAD, Physical Verification, and Electrical Analysis teams.
• Develop features and methodology solutions for SOC partitions.
• Resolve design and flow issues related to physical design.
• Drive execution of potential solutions for identified issues.

• 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.