Senior CAD Automation and Mixed-Signal Simulation Engineer
Core
Architect, lead, and evolve Apple's AMS (Analog/Mixed-Signal) simulation methodology and tooling strategy for analog, RF, interconnect, PMIC, and memory design teams.
Role type
Senior IC CAD Automation and Mixed-Signal Simulation Engineer
Builds
Production CAD automation tools and simulation flows for cutting-edge silicon processors
Domain
Semiconductor design / Analog & Mixed-Signal (AMS) / EDA
Required skills
Python, Perl, C/C++, TCL, mixed-signal co-simulation tools, SystemVerilog, VerilogA, VHDL, object-oriented programming, data structures, algorithms, SKILL code, netlisting, ADE, PDK content, CDF properties, LLM/AI agents for CAD
Preferred skills
Expert-level AMS tools (Cadence Xcelium/Verisium/Indago/SimVision, Synopsys VCS/Verdi, Siemens Questa/Symphony), analog simulation tools (Spectre, HSPICE, AFS), transistor-level design, behavioral modeling, team leadership
Technologies
Python, Perl, C/C++, TCL, SystemVerilog, VerilogA, VHDL, SKILL, Virtuoso, Cadence, Synopsys, Siemens, LLMs/AI agents
Responsibilities
Define roadmap for mixed-signal simulation methodology across technology nodes; serve as technical authority for custom circuit design teams; lead investigation and adoption of novel CAD automations; manage strategic relationships with third-party EDA vendors; resolve critical technical challenges; define strategy for bridging analog and digital domains; proactively identify and mitigate design quality risks; mentor engineers and lead small software development teams
Seniority
Senior, hands-on IC with leadership responsibilities
