Apple · 1 week ago
Apple GPU Compiler Backend/Research Engineer
Cupertino, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
5+ years expApple is a leading technology company known for its innovative products and solutions. They are seeking a highly skilled Compiler Backend Research Engineer to work on defining the roadmap for Apple GPU architecture and to prototype compiler feature support and optimizations across all Apple devices.
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Responsibilities
Work cross-functionally with several hardware and software teams to prototype compiler feature support, code generation and a slew of optimizations
Evaluate the efficacy of the proposed changes and provide feedback
Research, design, prototype and implement Apple GPU compiler optimizations to improve performance and functionality across all Apple devices
Engage and collaborate with architects and micro-architects to explore and advance features and capabilities of the Apple Silicon GPUs
Prototype compiler support to iteratively evaluate and improve the efficacy of the hardware changes
Drive discussions and stay up-to-date with advancements in compiler technology, applying relevant insights to the development process
Qualification
Required
Experience with modern C++ programming
BS with 5 years experience, MS or PhD in computer science or related field
Knowledge of GPU architectures and how they differ from CPU architectures
Proven industry experience with strong background in compilers
Passionate about solving exciting problems related to the state-of-the-art Apple Silicon GPUs
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Motivated to build constructive and effective relationships and solve problems collaboratively
Preferred
Hands-on experience developing LLVM-based compiler backends
Experience with instruction selection, instruction schedulers and register allocators for CPU or GPU compiler backends
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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