Hardware Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in micro-architecture development and specification, with experience in high-level architectural exploration and detailed specification creation. Your expertise includes RTL ownership, where you have developed, assessed, and refined RTL designs to meet power, performance, area, and timing goals. You are familiar with verification processes and can support verification teams in test bench development, formal methods, and simulation/emulation for functional verification. You have a keen interest in performance exploration and correlation, exploring high-performance strategies to optimize designs.

You possess a solid understanding of CPU multi-level cache subsystems and have experience working on multi-processor systems. Your technical skills include proficiency in programming languages such as Python and Perl, which you have used in various engineering tasks. You are detail-oriented and have a passion for innovation, always looking for ways to improve existing processes and designs. You thrive in collaborative environments and enjoy working with cross-functional teams to deliver groundbreaking products.

What you'll do

In this role, you will take ownership of the micro-architecture development for CPU cache subsystems, leading the design and specification processes from initial exploration to detailed documentation. You will be responsible for the RTL development, ensuring that designs meet the required specifications for power, performance, area, and timing. You will collaborate closely with verification teams to develop test benches and utilize formal methods for functional verification, ensuring that all designs are thoroughly tested and validated.

You will engage in performance exploration, analyzing various strategies to enhance the performance of CPU cache systems. This will involve working with simulation and emulation tools to assess the effectiveness of different architectural choices. You will also participate in design reviews, providing insights and recommendations based on your expertise in micro-architecture and RTL design. Your contributions will play a crucial role in the development of high-performance, low-power microprocessors that power Apple's innovative products.

What we offer

Apple offers a dynamic work environment where innovation is at the forefront of everything we do. You will have the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technologies and contribute to products that impact millions of users worldwide. We provide competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Join us in our mission to leave the world better than we found it, and be part of a team that is dedicated to excellence and innovation.