Cellular SoC Design Engineer

Summary Posted: Jan 16, 2024 Role Number: 200534477 Do you have a passion for invention and self-challenge? Do you flourish with pushing the limits of what’s considered feasible? As a member of our diverse team, you will find yourself at the center of a silicon design group responsible for crafting and productizing innovative cellular SoCs! Apple’s world-class design and integration processes are driven by top notch integration engineers who own various blocks of the chip and coordinate with various teams to get all changes released to the database and production synthesized on the project scheduled delivery dates. This is a high transparency and critically significant role that requires collaborating with multi-functional groups, as well as an organized approach to coordinating tasks to consistently hit schedules with a quality design. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications This position requires detailed knowledge of the ASIC design flow, FE, Design Verification, synthesis, scripting and netlist generation. The ideal candidate will have the following background: Confirmed experience in ASIC design flow Consistent history of high performance designs in a high-volume production for low power applications Proven record of RTL design and timing closure on large sophisticated designs Expertise in: SOC IP integration and RTL Design for performance, low area, and low power FE production synthesis with DFT insertion ASIC design flow and netlist flow checks – Lint, CDC, Logical Equivalence UPF flow for defining power intent of chips with multiple power domains Design interfacing to PD for floorplanning and timing closure Strong social skills are a must as the candidate will connect with a lot of diverse groups within and outside the company Self starter, highly motivated, highly organized, and schedule driven is a must Familiarity with DFT and backend related methodology and tools is a plus BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience required Description Description You will be responsible for the following: 1) Oversees definition, design, verification and development of SoC architecture. 2) Performs all aspect of SoC design flow from high-level design, RTL implementation, synthesis and physical design. Define chip level architecture, Perform logic design and system simulation. 3) Top level integration of connectivity, system bus, peripherals and CPU IP. 4) Works closely with physical design team to complete GDS. 5) Develop and maintain methodology/flow/checks for your design. 6) Work with multi-disciplinary groups to make sure designs are delivered on time and with highest quality by incorporating proper checks at every stage of the design process Education & Experience Education & Experience BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience required BSEE, MSEE preferred Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation. Pay & Benefits Pay & Benefits At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $138,900 and $256,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.