CAD Automation and Mixed-Signal Simulation Engineer
AppleCAD Automation and Mixed-Signal Simulation Engineer
AppleLocation
Austin, TX, Sunnyvale, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/29/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
This role involves joining a team focused on developing and enhancing AMS (Analog/Mixed-Signal) simulation methodologies and tools for Apple's design teams. The engineer will work closely with analog, RF, and mixed-signal designs, ensuring efficient design validation and functional silicon delivery. The position requires collaboration with various technology nodes and tool sets, emphasizing a hands-on and self-motivated approach. The successful candidate will contribute to the development of state-of-the-art processors that impact millions of Apple customers.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field
- 3+ years of relevant AMS (Analog Mixed-Signal) industry experience
- Experience in Python, Perl, C/C++, or TCL programming
- Experience using mixed-signal co-simulation tools
- Experience with industry-standard AMS tools including Cadence, Synopsys, or Siemens
- Familiarity with analog simulation tools such as Cadence Spectre or Synopsys PrimeSim
- Ability to identify and address simulation accuracy, speed, and capacity issues
- Understanding of behavioral and functional circuit description languages including SystemVerilog and Verilog
- Familiarity with applying LLMs/AI agents to CAD software development
- Understanding of custom IC designs and transistor description formats
- Fundamentals in object-oriented programming, data structures, and algorithms
- Familiarity with Virtuoso Schematic Editor and Analog Design Environment (ADE)
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Demonstrated commitment to quality and productivity
Responsibilities
- Develop, maintain, and enhance AMS simulation methodology and tools for design teams
- Collaborate closely with design teams to drive and coordinate AMS/co-simulation flows
- Provide flows and methodologies for different technology nodes and tool sets
- Enable design engineers to efficiently drive and interact with mixed-signal simulations
- Deliver validated IP in cutting-edge silicon
- Address simulation accuracy, speed, and capacity issues
- Implement mixed-signal simulation including discipline resolution and binding
- Utilize behavioral and functional circuit description languages in design processes
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Apple Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
1,065
FY2026
Approval rate
99.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
9,221
FY2026
Entry-level share
5.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+30%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-35%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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