Hardware Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a minimum of a BS degree and over 10 years of relevant industry experience, showcasing your deep understanding of CPU architecture and implementation. Your scripting experience in Perl, Python, and TCL allows you to effectively analyze and estimate power impacts in complex designs. You are adept at generating power rollups and projections, ensuring that you can track the lifecycle of projects from initial to mature net lists. Your analytical skills enable you to identify recovery opportunities in both physical implementation and RTL, making you a valuable asset to the CPU team.

You thrive in environments where innovation is key, and you are passionate about contributing to groundbreaking products. Your experience in high-performance designs equips you with the knowledge to navigate the intricacies of power budgeting and analysis. You understand the importance of collaboration and are eager to work alongside dynamic, hard-working individuals who share your commitment to excellence.

Desirable

While not required, experience with PowerArtist would be a plus, as it aligns with the responsibilities of the role. Your familiarity with the latest technologies and trends in CPU design will further enhance your contributions to the team.

What you'll do

As a Senior CPU Power Engineer at Apple, you will analyze and estimate the power impact of implementing new micro-architectural features, ensuring that each design meets the high standards expected of Apple products. You will generate power rollups and projected estimates, tracking the power contributions throughout the lifecycle of projects. Your role will involve creating power projections that factor in the expected cost of convergence and implementation, refining processes to enhance efficiency.

You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including micro-architecture, RTL, and physical design, to identify opportunities for recovery in power consumption. Your insights will directly influence the design decisions made by the team, contributing to the overall performance and efficiency of Apple’s hardware products. You will be expected to stay updated on industry trends and advancements, applying this knowledge to your work and sharing insights with your colleagues.

What we offer

At Apple, you will be part of a culture that values innovation and excellence. You will have the opportunity to work on groundbreaking products that redefine industries. The collaborative environment encourages you to bring your ideas to the table, and your contributions will be recognized and valued. Apple is committed to leaving the world better than we found it, and you will play a crucial role in this mission through your work in CPU power engineering. Join us and help shape the future of technology.