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SoC QoS/Fabric Performance Engineer, Platform Architecture

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/14/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

In this role, you will join the Platform Architecture team at Apple, collaborating with hardware and software engineering groups to shape the architecture of future System-on-Chips (SoC). The position focuses on developing on-chip communication interconnect and memory Quality-of-Service features. You will create a full-chip C++ simulator for various Apple devices and model emerging workloads like Augmented Reality and Machine Learning. Your work will be crucial for driving architecture improvements in Apple's future products.

Requirements

  • BS degree in a relevant field
  • C++ programming experience
  • Coursework or experience in computer architecture and the HW/SW stack
  • Coursework or experience with performance modeling and debugging
  • 3+ years of relevant experience
  • Examples of substantial hardware or software projects brought to completion
  • Coursework or practical experience with scripting for automation and data visualization
  • Coursework or practical experience with network-on-chip architecture and design
  • Experience with Cellular/5G modem architecture
  • Strong communication and documentation skills

Responsibilities

  • Drive the development of on-chip communication interconnect and memory Quality-of-Service features.
  • Create a full-chip C++ simulator for iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Watch SoCs.
  • Model new and emerging workloads such as Augmented Reality and Machine Learning.
  • Study a range of performance and power trade-offs in the SoCs.
  • Analyze data and present results to drive architecture improvements.

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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