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Solution Architect - ECAD Engineer

San Jose, United States of America💼 Full-time🗓 2026-07-22 → 2026-09-28

Core

Architecting, optimizing, and advancing ECAD workflows and tooling for Apple's hardware design teams, integrating AI/ML technologies.

Role type

Senior IC ECAD Solution Architect

Builds

Next-generation ECAD workflows, tooling requirements, and automated design processes

Domain

Hardware Engineering / Electronic Design Automation (ECAD)

Deliverable

production ML models

Required skills

ECAD tool expertise (Cadence Allegro/OrCAD, Mentor Graphics Xpedition, Altium Designer), Python/Java scripting, AI/ML integration, workflow automation, data management, cross-functional collaboration

Preferred skills

PLM/PDM systems, Git version control, solutions architect experience

Technologies

Cadence Allegro, OrCAD, Mentor Graphics Xpedition, Altium Designer, Python, Java, Git

Responsibilities

Act as a trusted advisor for hardware engineers and PCB designers; Champion standard processes in ECAD design and data management; Collaborate cross-functionally to define and implement next-generation ECAD workflows; Proactively seek opportunities for automation and efficiency gains; Drive the integration of AI/ML technologies into ECAD processes; Contribute to the strategic roadmap for ECAD tools and infrastructure.

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC

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