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CPU Implementation Engineer

Apple· Hardware
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Hybrid (Santa Clara)$150.4k - $277.6kFull-timePosted 6mo ago

About the role

CPU Implementation Engineer at Apple’s Silicon Engineering Group (SEG) focusing on block-level CPU implementation, RTL-to-GDS design convergence, and collaboration with cross-functional teams to meet PPA targets.

Responsibilities

  • Work with micro-architects to help define the micro-architecture and assist with design feasibility and power, performance, and area (PPA) trade-offs
  • Drive RTL-to-GDS design convergence through microarchitecture and logic (RTL) optimizations using synthesis and place-and-route tools targeting ambitious goals for PPA
  • Responsible for block-level design delivery along with closure of backend flows, electrical requirements, and improving silicon yield
  • Work closely with internal CAD and PD methodology teams on industry-standard synthesis/PNR tool features and optimizations and their adoption in CPU design
  • Work with x-functional top-level teams on the aspects of CPU floorplan, timing, power, reliability, and testability
  • Work closely with custom IP teams to define and co-optimize memory macros, library standard cells to improve design PPA

Qualifications

  • Minimum BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Experience in logic design and digital circuits
  • Experience with TCL or Perl
  • Familiarity with high performance CPU microprocessor architecture
  • Must have experience in using industry standard logic Synthesis, PnR, STA and Power analysis tools, along with floor-planning, pin-placement and timing budgeting
  • Ability to work well in a team, self-motivated and excellent communication skills

Skills

Required:Programming/scripting for EDA toolsLogic designSynthesis/Place-and-Route (PnR)

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • retirement benefits
  • discounted products and free services
  • reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
  • discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation
  • Apple Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • stock programs including discretionary RSU awards
Last updated Jul 3, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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