Integration Engineer (Santa Clara)

Integration Engineer

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Description

The ideal candidate will have experience in ASIC design with :

• IP Integration : Integrate third-party or internal IP blocks (e.g., CPU, GPU, memory controllers, custom logic) into a SoC.
• RTL Integration : Manage and merge RTL codebases, ensure connectivity and bus / interface protocols (e.g., AMBA, AXI, AHB) are correctly implemented.
• Top-Level Assembly : Create and maintain top-level SoC RTL, wrappers, and interconnects.
• Linting and Synthesis : Run and debug lint, CDC / RDC, and logic synthesis to ensure design quality.
• Build and Test Infrastructure : Develop and maintain automated build and regression systems for integration.
• Design Constraints : Define and validate synthesis and timing constraints (SDC files).
• Timing Closure : Work closely with physical design and STA teams to achieve timing closure at top level.
• Functional Verification Support : Provide integration-level support to design verification teams, including simulation bring-up and debug.
• Documentation and Reviews : Create and maintain design documents and participate in design reviews.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree with +10 Years of Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Solid understanding of digital logic design and RTL development (SystemVerilog, Verilog). Familiarity with SoC design flows and tools (e.g., Synopsys, Cadence). Experience with bus protocols (AXI, AHB, APB) and interface standards (PCIe, USB, DDR). Knowledge of ASIC tool flows : lint, synthesis, CDC, DFT, STA. Strong scripting skills (Python, Perl, TCL, Shell) for automation. Good debugging and problem-solving skills. Excellent communication and cross-functional collaboration.

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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.