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CPU Cache Microarchitect/RTL Engineer

Beaverton, OR · On-site

$184K - $324K/yr

Description As a CPU Cache Microarchitect/RTL Engineer, you will own or participate in the following: • Micro-architecture development and specification - from early high-level architectural ...

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Cache Programmers are software developers who specialize in designing, implementing, and optimizing caching mechanisms within computer systems or applications. Their primary role is to improve system performance by reducing access times to frequently used data, often working with technologies like in-memory caches, distributed caches, or hardware-level cache management. They analyze system bottlenecks, select suitable caching strategies, and ensure data consistency and reliability. Cache Programmers may also collaborate with other engineers to integrate caching solutions that scale with application demands.

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ASIC Design Engineer - Cache Controller

Apple

Santa Clara, CA • On-site

$184K - $324K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 29 days ago

Apple rating

8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 683 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

6th of 30 rated technology retailers

Job description

Apple is building the world’s fastest highly parallel mobile processing systems. Our high-bandwidth multi-client memory subsystems are blazing new territory with every generation. As we increase levels of parallelism, bandwidth and capacity, we are presented with design challenges exacerbated by clients with varying but simultaneous needs such as real-time, low latency, and high-bandwidth. In this role, you will work on crafting special purpose cache and controller which is part and parcel of the SOC memory hierarchy.
Description
Design and develop hardware for cache subsystem in high performance system on a chip (SoC).
Develop cache micro-architecture based on architecture guidelines and model analysis.
Explore architecture trade-offs in system performance, area, and power consumption.
Develop and debug register-transfer level (RTL) design of various sections in the cache subsystem.
Work on front-end netlist and area/timing analysis of the cache subsystem.
Work with physical design team on the timing closure of the cache subsystem.
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of high-performance coherent memory systems or interconnect architectures
Knowledge of high-performance DRAM controller
M.S in a relevant field.
Minimum Qualifications
10 + years of full time ASIC design experience
memory system development
RTL/micro-architecture definition
PPA (performance/power/area) analysis
Cache design background including an understanding of different memory organizations and tradeoffs.
Hands on Experience with multi-processor cache coherence protocols
B.S. in a relevant field
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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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 Apple's 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 Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll 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 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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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

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Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976

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