Apple · 2 months ago
GPU Architect
San Diego, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$201K/yr - $367K/yr
20+ years expApple is a leading technology company, seeking a GPU Architect to join their Silicon Technologies group. In this role, you will define and optimize GPU micro-architectures, collaborating with a team to design high-performance, power-efficient GPUs that enhance Apple products and services.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Define new micro-architectures and optimize existing ones while collaborating with experienced architects, designers, and modelers
Lead and mentor fellow micro-architects in creating best-in-class GPUs
Collaborate to improve processes and look for ways to boost the productivity of the entire team
Qualification
Required
BS degree
Minimum of 20 years relevant industry experience
Experience specifying GPU micro-architectures
Extensive knowledge of GPU architecture
Deep expertise in one or more focused GPU areas. Areas could include ISA development, core/shader micro-architecture, texture pipeline, caching, or memory subsystem design
Excellent communication, influence, and negotiation skills
Ability to work in an environment of uncertainty and able to work through ambiguities
Proficiency in high performance, low power designs
Proficiency in VHDL/Verilog
Preferred
Experience with GPU APIs, OpenGL, OpenCL, DirectX, Metal
Proficiency in C/C++
Proficiency in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, and Ruby
Relevant hands-on experience with RTL or architectural modeling
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
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$5.67BKey Investors
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2026-01-10Pre Seed· $1M
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
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Leadership Team
Tim Cook
CEO
Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering
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