STA & Custom Logic Design Engineer

Role Overview

Imagine what you could do here at Apple! Together we could help craft the next generation of the world’s finest devices. New ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your career, and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The Analog/Mixed Signal Design team is searching for a self-motivating engineer for the role of Custom Logic Design and STA engineer.

As a member of the team, we will be working on the leading-edge technology to build best-in-class custom mixed-signal designs used to connect our world-class products to the world as well as optimizing their performance. You will become part of a development team that cultivates engineering excellence, creativity, and innovation. Collaboration across teams is a key component of success at Apple. The right candidate will thrive in this type of environment. Dynamic, smart people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. Will you help us design the next generation of revolutionary Apple products?

Responsibilities

In this role, you will perform timing analysis on custom design circuits, delivery timing views to integration teams, as well as develop custom logic design in analog/mixed-signal circuits. You will work closely with custom design engineers, and cross-functional teams at the silicon and module levels.

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum requirement of a bachelors degree. Solid understanding of timing analysis concepts such as setup/hold time calculation, POCV on timing paths, timing constraints, transistor-level delay characterization, rise/fall time balancing, etc.

Experience of timing analysis and verification in high-speed design such as SerDes and ADC.

In-depth knowledge and analytical understanding of mixed-signal design techniques. Strong track record of delivering silicon IPs with design and verification. Proficiency in circuit modeling and simulation, including SPICE models and worst-case corner selection.

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree with 3+ years of relevant industry experience. Experience with STA tools such as NanoTime, PrimeTime, or Tempus. Experience in analog/mixed-signal circuit design from architecture to fundamental implementation. Experience in SRAM design. Experience in timing / SDC constraints generation and management. Good understanding of tool algorithms for noise glitch, cross-talk delay, and margining with POCV. Proficiency in scripting languages (Python, Tcl or Perl).

Compensation & 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 $129,300 and $225,300, 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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