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As we continue to push CPU performance and efficiency in the most advanced technology nodes validating and correlating our physical design point to silicon is of utmost importance. We want to ensure that the frequencies, voltages, and power we target in pre-silicon design are realizable on silicon and in the final products we ship to our customers. In this role as a CPU Implementation Silicon Correlation Engineer, you will be performing data analysis using pre-silicon and post-silicon data to establish silicon correlation to design targets.

Description

In this role as a CPU Implementation Silicon Correlation Engineer, you will be working on the following:
• Obtain process-related silicon measurement data from product and technology team
• Analyze pre-silicon timing runs to comprehend margins and relate it to measured silicon parameters
• Work with post-silicon teams in evaluating ROI of design and methodology features
• Analyze post-silicon speed debug data to help identify and root cause failing paths

Preferred Qualifications

Chip design experience including experience in CPU design

Good understanding of std cell architecture and design

Working knowledge of device technology and spice models

Familiarity with ATPG pattern framework

Awareness of PNR tool flows

Language proficiency in TCL, Perl, and Python

Ability to work with cross-functional teams spanning pre-silicon design, technology and post-silicon debug

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum BS and 10+ years of relevant industry experience

Experience with a chip tapeout of a custom or PnR block

Experience with STA

Experience running spice simulations and analysis

Experience with data parsing, analysis, and representation/plotting skills

Pay & Benefits

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 $184,700 and $324,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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