Santa Clara, California, United States Hardware Description As a CPU Physical Design Engineer, you will drive or participate in the following:• Drive RTL-to-GDS design convergence through logic synthesis and place-and-route tools targeting ambitious PPA goals• Will be responsible for block-level physical design delivery along with closure of backend flows, electrical requirements and improving silicon yield• Will work closely with internal CAD and PD methodology teams on industry-standard synthesis/PNR tool features and optimizations and their adoption in CPU design• Will work with x-functional top-level teams on the aspects of CPU floorplan, timing, power, reliability, and testability• Will work closely with custom IP teams to define and co-optimize memory macros, library standard cells to improve design PPA Minimum Qualifications Minimum BS and 3+ years of relevant industry experience Experience with digital circuits, timing/power concepts, and logic design Experience in Perl or TCL Preferred Qualifications 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 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 $147,400 and $272,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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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.

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