Physical Design Methodology CAD Engineer
Core
Developing flows, tools, and methodologies for next-generation high-performance, power-efficient SoCs (CPU, GPU, Analog/Mixed Signal) to enable Apple products.
Role type
Physical Design Methodology CAD Engineer
Builds
Implementation flows, custom CAD tools, and GenAI applications for design teams.
Domain
Semiconductor / VLSI / Physical Design
Deliverable
production ML models
Required skills
Tcl, Python, Perl, CAD algorithms, ML, GenAI tools, VLSI/Physical Design basics, PPA optimization, EDA tool integration
Preferred skills
Experience with CAD tools, CAD flows, PD methodologies, Physical Design analysis (extraction, timing, noise, verification, EMIR)
Responsibilities
Develop innovative solutions in physical design and optimization; create flows for new technology nodes; collaborate with design teams and EDA vendors; develop ML/GenAI tools to improve productivity.
Seniority
Mid-level, hands-on IC
