Physical Design Engineer

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Description

As a member of our physical design team, you will perform various types of physical verification checks (such as LVS, DRC, design-for-manufacturing & design-for-yield, and lithography) at the chip and block level. You'll collaborate with the CAD/Technology teams for flow bring up and validation. We work directly with the implementation team during the entire chip design cycle to drive signoff closure for tapeout. You will lead schedules and support cross-functional engineering efforts. You'll work on padring, bump, RDL design, and working with the package and floorplan teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of physical verification flows and methodology.

• Knowledge of all aspects of ASIC physical design.

• Scripting skills to debug flow related issues and make enhancements as appropriate.

• Experienced in industry standard tools used for physical verification such as Mentor Calibre, Synopsys ICV, etc.

• Real chip tapeout experience with a track record of successful signoff.

Preferred Qualifications

• We would like you to have 1-3 years of physical design experience, with emphasis on physical verification.

• Layout design background and experience a plus.

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 $121,900 and $183,600, 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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