SoC RTL Design Engineer
Description For SoC RTL Design Engineer
Apple is seeking an experienced SoC RTL Design Engineer to join their Hardware team in Austin. This role is critical in developing and implementing various blocks of Apple's best-in-class chips, contributing to the company's rigorous SOC development pace. The position demands in-depth knowledge of chip micro-architecture and digital logic design, working closely with multiple teams to deliver high-quality components.
The ideal candidate will be responsible for defining design microarchitecture, developing RTL designs, and collaborating with various teams including architecture, synthesis, verification, and performance optimization. This role requires someone who can handle complex technical challenges while maintaining strong interpersonal relationships across diverse groups.
The position offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge technology at one of the world's most innovative companies. You'll be part of the team that drives Apple's semiconductor development, contributing to products that impact millions of users worldwide. The role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to deliver quality results under tight schedules.
As a Principal Engineer, you'll be expected to bring significant experience in RTL design, microarchitecture development, and system integration. The role demands someone who can not only execute technical tasks at a high level but also coordinate with multiple teams to ensure project success. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced engineer looking to make a significant impact in the semiconductor industry while working on some of the most advanced chip designs in the world.
Responsibilities For SoC RTL Design Engineer
- Work with architecture team to define design microarchitecture hierarchy and interfaces
- Develop RTL design of blocks following established design guidelines
- Collaborate with other designers in the group
- Integrate common/shared IP blocks and optimize memories/hard macros
- Work with front-end synthesis/STA teams for timing optimization
- Collaborate with power/performance and functional verification teams
- Work with multi-disciplinary groups to ensure timely delivery with highest quality
Requirements For SoC RTL Design Engineer
- BS degree + 10 years relevant industry experience
- Track record of dedication designs in high volume production for low power applications
- Experience in driving microarchitecture and developing specification for logic designs
- Record of RTL design on large sophisticated designs
- Experience with synthesis, power, performance and verification team
- Strong interpersonal skills
- Self-starter, highly motivated, highly organized, and schedule driven
- Familiarity with front-end tools including lint, CDC, synthesis
- Knowledge of high speed DRAM memory controller design or interconnect design
