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Apple · 4 months ago

CPU Performance and Workload Analysis Engineer - Platform Architecture

positionBeaverton, Oregon, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level
money$147K/yr - $272K/yr
date3+ years exp

Apple is seeking highly motivated and self-driven engineers for their CPU Architecture and Performance Team, which focuses on the intersection of hardware and software for next generation CPU architectures. The role involves guiding optimizations based on real user workloads and collaborating with software developers to enhance code for CPU designs.

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Responsibilities

Drive advanced exploration for next generation CPU architectures
Act as the interface between the CPU team, system teams, and many software teams at Apple
Utilize a data driven approach focused on real user workloads to guide optimizations and the direction of future CPUs
Work with software developers to optimize code for CPU designs and roadmap

Qualification

CPU architecture understandingCC++ programmingCPU performance analysisScripting languagesPerformance benchmarks knowledgeData analysis frameworks knowledgeOS internals knowledgeCompiler technology knowledgeTechnical documentation skillsCommunication skills

Required

Bachelor's degree
Understanding of CPU architecture and micro-architecture
Coding skills in object-oriented programming with C and C++
Experience in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or Javascript
Experience with CPU performance analysis and familiarity with associated tools

Preferred

MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field
3+ years of relevant experience
Knowledge of common performance benchmarks
Experience working multi-functionally with people of very diverse backgrounds
Demonstrated communication, influence, and negotiation skills
Technical documentation skills
Knowledge of visual/UI or data analysis frameworks
Knowledge of OS internals and compiler technology

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation

Company

Apple

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Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
dateFounded in 1976
location
Cupertino, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.apple.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$5.67B
Key Investors
Berkshire HathawayMicrosoftSequoia Capital
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Tim Cook
CEO
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Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering

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