Custom Timing and Verification CAD Engineer

Apple

Sunnyvale, CA

JOB DETAILS
SKILLS
Apple, Artificial Intelligence (AI), CAD/CAM (Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Manufacturing), Circuit Design, Communication Skills, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Custom Integrated Circuit, Debugging Skills, Dynamic Logic, Electrical Engineering, Follow Through, Formal Verification, Graphic Design, HSPICE, Integrated Circuit (IC) Design, Memory Hardware, Mixed Signal Circuits, Perl Programming Language, Python Programming/Scripting Language, SPICE (Simulation Program with Integrated Circuit Emphasis), Scripting (Scripting Languages), Static Analysis, Static Timing Tools, SystemVerilog, Tcl-Tk, Timing Verification, Verification Engineering
LOCATION
Sunnyvale, CA
POSTED
29 days ago
**Role Number:** 200669841-3956 **Summary** Apple's custom silicon is among the most sophisticated in the world — and getting it right requires rigorous transistor-level timing verification and formal verification at every step. Our Custom Timing CAD team builds and owns the flows, tools, and methodologies that make that verification possible. We are looking for an entry-level engineer who is eager to learn, technically curious, and excited to work at the intersection of circuit design and CAD engineering. **Description** In this role, you will support and develop flows for two of the most critical sign-off disciplines in custom IC design — transistor-level timing verification using NanoTime and formal verification using ESP. You will partner closely with analog and digital designers across multiple programs and technology nodes, helping them set up flows, debug issues, and achieve clean sign-off. The work you do will directly shape the quality and schedule of Apple's most advanced chips. **Minimum Qualifications** + Minimum of BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field + 2 years relevant industry experience + Programming or scripting experience in Perl, Python, TCL, or similar language + Foundational understanding of digital or custom IC design and static timing analysis through coursework or internship experience **Preferred Qualifications** + Exposure to tools such as NanoTime, ESP, PrimeTime, or HSPICE is a plus + Knowledge of dynamic logic, memory arrays, or mixed-signal circuit techniques + Familiarity with SPICE netlists, device models, and parasitic extraction formats such as DSPF or SPF + Knowledge of formal verification tools and concepts and experience with SystemVerilog RTL + Interest in AI/ML-driven innovation for CAD workflows + Strong communicator who can accurately describe technical issues and follow them through to resolution + Highly motivated and able to work independently in a fast-paced environment

About the Company

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Apple

We bring amazing people together to make amazing things happen.

We’re a diverse collection of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining what’s possible to help us all do what we love in new ways. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, and Apple Watch, as well as with services, including iTunes, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Pay. And the same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices — strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it.

About Apple

There’s a place here for every kind of brilliant. Everyone here is an innovator, or an innovator-to-be, no matter what your team or your role. So bring your passion, courage, and original thinking and get ready to share it, because every new product, service, or feature we invent is the result of people working together to make each others’ ideas stronger. Innovation at this level depends on people who represent the variety of the human experience and inspire us with their own fresh perspectives. Together, we’ll do amazing work that can make a difference in people’s lives. Including your own. Learn more about working at Apple.

COMPANY SIZE
10,000 employees or more
INDUSTRY
Computer/IT Services
FOUNDED
1976
WEBSITE
https://www.apple.com/jobs