CPU Performance and Workload Analysis Architect - Platform Architecture

Apple's CPU Architecture and Performance Team is seeking highly motivated engineers to work at the intersection of hardware and software. This role focuses on driving advanced exploration for next-generation CPU architectures, acting as an interface between the CPU team, system teams, and software teams at Apple. The position involves a data-driven approach focused on real user workloads to guide optimizations and future CPU directions.

Key responsibilities include:

• Profiling and analyzing existing and emerging workloads
• Developing performance and trace analysis tools
• Creating visual extensions for data analysis
• Running workloads on simulators and prototype devices
• Developing domain expertise in emerging fields like ML and AR/VR
• Guiding CPU roadmap decisions through workload analysis

The ideal candidate should have:

• A Bachelor's degree (MS or PhD preferred)
• 20+ years of relevant experience
• Strong understanding of CPU architecture and micro-architecture
• Proficiency in C, C++, and scripting languages
• Experience with CPU performance analysis and benchmarking
• Excellent communication and technical documentation skills
• Knowledge of OS internals and compiler technology

This role offers the opportunity to work with a world-class team on cutting-edge CPU, SoC, and software development, shaping the future of Apple's hardware and software integration.