This role at Apple involves working on ASIC block level physical design for GPUs in Austin, Texas. The position focuses on various aspects of physical design including floor planning, placement, and routing. The team is dedicated to innovation and efficiency, utilizing advanced techniques to optimize performance and power consumption. Candidates will engage in static timing analysis and physical verification to ensure design compliance and functionality.

• Master's Degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field.
• 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• Experience using MOS, VLSI Circuit Design, or Computer System with transistor level fundamentals.
• Proficiency with physical design tools including Innovus or IC Compiler.
• Familiarity with static timing analysis tools including Primetime.
• Experience with physical verification tools including Caliber.
• Knowledge of electrical analysis tools such as Voltus.
• Experience using scripting languages including Perl, Tcl, or Python.

• Work on design in GPU through all steps of Physical Design including Floor planning, Placement, and Routing.
• Implement low-power techniques such as clock gating and power gating.
• Conduct physical verification including DRC and LVS checks.
• Perform static timing analysis to meet timing requirements.
• Conduct EMIR Analysis to address Electromigration and Electrical issues.
• Utilize scripting techniques to extract and analyze data from designs.

• 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.