Apple · 1 day ago
Custom Circuits Design Engineer
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$147K/yr - $272K/yrApple is seeking a Custom Circuits Design Engineer to join their Digital group, where innovative ideas are transformed into reality. The role involves designing state-of-the-art ASICs and improving chip power efficiency while collaborating with a team of engineers.
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Responsibilities
Develop custom circuits to improve chip power efficiency
Work with power team, PD and architects to define specifications and requirements
Perform design, analysis, modeling/simulation, circuit level specifications, schematic capture, spice simulation / margin verification across PVT, statistical design, functional verification and silicon bring up
Work closely with layout team to complete the design and oversee the layout quality
Develop / drive circuit methodology to achieve the highest design quality metrics
Qualification
Required
Develop custom circuits to improve chip power efficiency
Work with power team, PD and architects to define specifications and requirements
Perform design, analysis, modeling/simulation, circuit level specifications, schematic capture, spice simulation / margin verification across PVT, statistical design, functional verification and silicon bring up
Work closely with layout team to complete the design and oversee the layout quality
Develop / drive circuit methodology to achieve the highest design quality metrics
Preferred
We are looking for applicants with design experience in advanced technology nodes
Experience in design of low voltages / low power custom circuits
Experience in one or multiple of the following areas is highly desirable: Machine learning accelerators, SRAM circuits, non-volatile memories, weak / moderate inversion circuits, ultra-low power amplifiers, DC/DC converters, digital on-chip sensors, high speed clocking, time to digital converters (TDCs)
Deep understanding of deep submicron device physics, leakage mechanisms, technology interactions with device behavior
Solid understanding of device matching, device noise sources (1/f, thermal), extrinsic noise sources (supply, jitter), and their impact on high precision circuit
Ability to conduct experiments during silicon debug, gathering and analyzing data; and utilize scripting to support efficient handling of ATE data
Familiar with mixed signal verification and behavioral models for mixed signal blocks
Proficiency in scripting languages (Python /Perl or others) and CAD automation tools
Knowledge of industry standard circuit and design tools
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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Founded in 1976
10001+ employees
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