CPU Design Timing Engineer

ing analysis, and timing closure.

Description

As the CPU Design Timing Engineer, you will be responsible for the timing closure of the project. Responsibilities include but are not limited to: • Working with the CAD team to develop the timing flow that will be used on the project including scripting to improve analysis flows and engineer efficiency. • Work extensively with CPU micro-architects and Implementation engineers to drive timing closure for the CPU.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum BS and 3+ years of relevant experience

• Understanding of Static Timing Analysis Fundamentals

• Experience with noise analysis and fixing noise in designs

• Experience with variation modeling in static timing analysis tools

• Experience with TCL and either Perl or Python

• Must possess data parsing, analysis, and representation/plotting skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior experience performing timing analysis in high speed digital designs such as CPUs or other similar designs

• Experience in a static timing analysis tool such as PrimeTime®/Tempus®

• Knowledge of physical design tools and methodology including logic synthesis, PnR, parasitic extraction, and logic equivalence

• Understanding of deep sub-micron technologies and scaling trends

• Working knowledge of CPU microarchitecture

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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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