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Senior RTL Design Engineer

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Apple

3d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Software Engineering
    Engineering
  • London

AI generated summary

  • You need IP design experience, understanding of modern techniques, strong computer architecture background, RTL Verilog/VHDL fluency, and excellent teamwork and communication skills.
  • You will refine GPU micro-architecture, implement designs, resolve timing and power issues, collaborate with verification and physical design teams, and debug within the system.

Requirements

  • Previous complex IP design experience required.
  • Experience working on GPUs is desirable but not required.
  • Understanding of implementing modern design techniques.
  • Hands on experience with energy-efficient and low-power logic design.
  • Strong background in computer architecture including one or more of: high-speed CMOS processor and controller blocks, cache controllers, bus-interface subsystems, integer and floating-point numeric units, digital filters, graphics processors, crossbar fabrics and other high-speed data-path control units.
  • Well-versed in logic optimisation, synthesis, and timing analysis.
  • Fluency with RTL Verilog/VHDL syntax & hardware modelling.
  • Familiarity with logic simulation and debug environments as well as formal verification.
  • Ability to work well in a team and be productive under tight schedules.
  • Excellent communications skills, self-motivated and well-organised.
  • BSc/MSc/BEng/MEng/PhD in related fields
  • Some international travel required

Responsibilities

  • You will work closely with other designers to refine GPU micro-architectural specifications as well as collaborate with the architecture, physical design & verification teams to identify potential issues as early as possible.
  • You will implement the micro-architecture, targeting cutting-edge technology nodes, balancing energy efficiency, performance and area constraints with project schedule, maintainability and coding elegance.
  • You will review synthesis and power reports, root-cause, resolve timing & power issues and ensure maximal QoR (quality of results) throughout your design.
  • As your design approaches functional completion, your task will be to work closely with the verification team to ensure the design behaves as intended and is tested thoroughly.
  • At this point, there will be ongoing collaboration with the physical design team to help with any adjustments necessary to produce an optimal layout of the design, in its context.
  • Once your design is integrated into the system as a whole, you'll be simulating and debugging issues both within and around your design.

FAQs

What is the main focus of the Senior RTL Design Engineer role at Apple?

The main focus is on working within the RTL Design team to develop complex, large-scale GPU-related projects, collaborating with various teams to deliver high-quality graphics IP while balancing performance, energy efficiency, and area constraints.

What are the key qualifications required for this position?

Key qualifications include previous complex IP design experience, an understanding of modern design techniques, strong knowledge in computer architecture, fluency with RTL Verilog/VHDL, and the ability to work effectively in a team under tight schedules.

Is experience with GPUs a requirement for this job?

No, experience working on GPUs is desirable but not required.

What educational background is preferred for applicants?

A BSc, MSc, BEng, MEng, or PhD in related fields is preferred.

Will there be opportunities for international travel in this role?

Yes, some international travel is required for this position.

What tools or skills should a candidate be proficient in for this role?

Candidates should be proficient in logic optimization, synthesis, timing analysis, and familiar with logic simulation, debug environments, and formal verification.

How many hours per week is this position expected to work?

This position has a weekly working hour requirement of 35 hours.

What qualities are emphasized for candidates applying for this role?

Candidates should possess excellent communication skills, be self-motivated, well-organized, and able to work well in a team.

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