CPU Performance Architect - Platform Architecture

Santa Clara, CA, United States

CPU Performance Architect - Platform Architecture

Santa Clara,California,United States

Hardware

Do you have an uncommon desire to seek out and solve exceedingly difficult challenges rather than the easy ones? Do you believe that truly valuable and meaningful accomplishments are the result of pushing the limits of perseverance? Do you believe that a world-class team with relentless drive can surpass even their own high expectations? We do! But we also realize this job isnt for everyone. What we do isnt easy but you dont take the easy path. Apples Platform Architecture group defines high-performance power-efficient CPUs that power Apple Silicon. We are looking for an experienced CPU architect and technical leader for exploration and modeling of sophisticated CPU features, to lead and drive advanced development research that will enable our future CPU roadmap.

**Description**

- Collaborate with the CPU micro-architecture and RTL team to find opportunities for product improvement and exploration - Analyze existing and emerging workloads to identify performance bottlenecks and opportunities - Work with cross-functional groups to identify CPU exploration areas of long-term strategic value to Apple - Work with other CPU leads to identify and evaluate potential architectural and ISA changes for targeted areas - Perform self-guided performance simulation studies of design alternatives while also providing guidance and direction to others on the architecture and modeling team - Work with RTL and design team to assess implementation cost for new features - Collaborate with performance team to maintain and improve the simulation environment for increased efficiency and productivity

**Minimum Qualifications**

**Key Qualifications**

+ Extensive experience in CPU architecture, design, or performance modeling

+ Strong technical leadership and collaboration skills

+ Strong CPU architecture knowledge, micro-architecture knowledge, and an understanding of competing architectures

+ Experience working in a performance modeling environment

+ Proficient in C and C++ Proficient in scripting languages such as Perl, Python and Ruby

+ Ability to tackle problems and prove your own ideas

+ Knowledge and experience with common performance benchmarks and workloads

+ Knowledge of OS internals and compiler technology a plus

**Preferred Qualifications**

**Education & Experience**

B.S. and a minimum of 20 years relevant industry experience.

**Additional Requirements**

**Pay & Benefits**

+ At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $199,800 and $300,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apples discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apples Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) about Apple Benefits.Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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