Analog Layout Engineer in Cambridge

We live in a mobile and device-driven world where knowledge of the physical world around us is needed. We rely on this knowledge to get around, to learn about our environment and to enable spectacular new features for custom applications. Apple is meeting those needs as robustly and as creatively as possible and is interested in people who want to help meet that dedication. The success we are tackling will be the result of very skilled people working in an environment which cultivates creativity, partnership, and thinking of old problems in new ways. If that sounds like the kind of environment that you find intriguing, then let's talk.

Join Apple's Silicon Engineering Group (SEG) and be at the forefront of crafting the next generation of Apple's systems-on-chip (SOCs). Our SOCs, featuring multi-billion transistors, are the heart of iconic devices like iPhones, iPads, and Macs. We're seeking a highly skilled Senior Analog Layout Engineer to chip in to the evolution of Analog/Mixed-Signal (AMS) circuits, covering SerDes, PLLs, and sensors.

As a Senior Layout Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in translating design concepts into silicon, collaborating closely with circuit designers, and leveraging sophisticated tools. Your work will involve crafting custom analog designs to optimize the performance of Apple's world-class products. In this dynamic and innovative environment, you'll have endless learning opportunities while collaborating across dedicated multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities:

• Senior Layout Engineers are pivotal in delivering Analog Mixed-Signal IP in a SOC flow.
• Collaborate with teams of highly skilled individuals to develop the next generation of world-leading SOCs.
• Craft sophisticated layouts for mixed-signal and analog circuits, review floorplans, and analyse intricate circuits with circuit designers.
• Run complete sets of design verification tools, plan/schedule work, and coordinate vital layout tradeoffs.
• Interpret LVS, DRC, and ERC reports to find the fastest way to complete the layout, exceeding engineering specifications and expectations.

This job is right for you if you are a self-motivated engineer passionate about working with groundbreaking technology. You want to accelerate career growth, thrive in a results-oriented environment, and contribute to the development of revolutionary Apple products. The roles include crafting upcoming products, challenging oneself, and broadening skillsets in a dynamic, innovative work culture.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Extensive years of experience in analog/mixed-signal layout design, with expertise in deep submicron CMOS circuits and extensive years in FinFET technologies experience.
• Proficiency in SKILL, Perl, TCL, Shell, and/or Python Programming/scripting.
• Familiar with Machine Learning and AI concepts.
• Track record in implementing analog layout designs, achieving optimal performance (e.g. Matching, low noise, and low power consumption).
• Must recognise failure-prone circuit and layout structures, have experience with analog and DFM best practices, and be able to identify the best approach to solving problems.
• High proficiency in custom and standard cell-based floor-planning and hierarchical layout assembly.
• Technical understanding of IR drop, RC delay, electromigration, self-heating, and coupling capacitance.
• High proficiency in interpreting physical verification reports (DRC, ERC, LVS, etc.).
• Experience using Cadence Virtuoso's advanced features (XL, EAD, APR, and Constraint Manager).
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with multi-functional teams.
• Cadence Innovus CAD Automation experience.
• PCell creation experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• B.S. EE & CS or equivalent.
• Excellent knowledge of Mixed-Signal and RF Integrated Circuits.
• MSEE or Ph.D. in Electrical and Computer Engineering preferred.

Apple is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.

At Apple, we're not all the same. And that's our greatest strength. We draw on the differences in who we are, what we've experienced and how we think. Because to create products that serve everyone, we believe in including everyone. Therefore, we are committed to treating all applicants fairly and equally. As a registered Disability Confident employer, we will work with applicants to make any reasonable accommodations. Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal backgrounds in a manner consistent with applicable law.

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