SoC UPF Methodology Engineer

Summary

Are you passionate about crafting solutions to intricate challenges? Join the Low Power group at Silicon Technologies and contribute to the development of cutting‑edge technology and capabilities for low‑power chip design. Your work will fuel Apple’s next‑generation chips! You’ll play a crucial role in exploring AI/ML to design the workflow for the next generation of UPF, and refine our existing UPF framework to ensure its seamless integration and rigorous verification across our mobile products.

You will be part of an exciting silicon design group responsible for designing state‑of‑the‑art ASICs.

In this role, your main objective will be to enhance our Unified Power Format (UPF) methodologies, refining power intent specification, execution, and validation to support state‑of‑the‑art mobile SOCs.

• Enhancing power intent coverage via advanced static and dynamic verification techniques.
• Developing tailored UPF solutions to align with unique project requirements.
• Overseeing UPF deployment and sign‑off for frontend (FE) and place‑and‑route (P&R) stages.
• Conducting thorough power intent assessments on custom circuitry.
• Partnering with design and verification teams to troubleshoot and fix UPF‑related workflow challenges.
• Integrating AI/ML technologies to optimize UPF processes and methodologies.

• Deep knowledge in ASIC design methodologies, emphasizing power management.
• Expertise in UPF implementation and verification.
• Proficiency in scripting with languages like Python and Tcl.
• Understanding of CMOS power design principles.
• Experience applying AI/ML to coding and workflow optimization.
• Knowledge of multi‑voltage static verification tools (e.g., VSILP/VCLP, CLP).
• Familiarity with the complete RTL‑to‑GDSII design flow.
• Strong communication abilities for effective collaboration across multidisciplinary teams.

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $139,500 and $258,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become Apple shareholders through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs.

Employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, can purchase Apple stock at a discount if they voluntarily participate in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and may receive discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation assistance.

Benefits include comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and reimbursement for certain educational expenses. 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.