GPU RTL Design Engineer
AppleJob Title
GPU RTL Design Engineer
Role Summary
Design and implement power-efficient, high-performance GPU RTL and micro-architectural features for Apple-designed GPUs. Work within the Silicon Technologies / GPU Design team to deliver graphics IP that meets performance, timing, power, and area targets.
Collaborate with architecture, validation, modeling, and physical design teams to define micro-architecture and ensure silicon bring-up and product readiness.
Experience Level
Mid-level — minimum 5 years relevant industry experience.
Responsibilities
Key accountabilities include delivering RTL, optimizing for power/timing/area, and supporting bring-up and debug.
- Architect and implement RTL for GPU micro-architecture in SystemVerilog/Verilog.
- Drive design trade-offs to meet performance, timing, power, and area targets.
- Apply low-power design techniques and timing optimization strategies.
- Collaborate with architecture, validation, modeling, and physical design teams to define and refine micro-architectural specifications.
- Lead or support bring-up, debug, and issue resolution of complex designs.
- Deliver on aggressive product schedules while communicating progress and risks to stakeholders.
Requirements
Must-have technical skills and professional capabilities.
- Expert knowledge of SystemVerilog and Verilog HDL.
- Strong background in GPU, CPU, or SIMD architectures.
- Proven logic design experience with emphasis on low-power techniques and timing optimizations.
- Experience debugging and bringing up complex RTL designs.
- Effective communicator with influence and negotiation skills; able to work cross-functionally.
- Ability to work effectively on teams and deliver under aggressive schedules.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree (BS) required. The posting specifies a minimum of 5 years relevant industry experience. Fields of study were not specified.
About the Company
Company: Apple
Headquarters: Cupertino, California, United States
Apple is a multinational technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells consumer electronics, software, and online services. Known for its innovative products such as the iPhone, Mac computers, and iPad, Apple emphasizes a strong commitment to high-quality design and user experience.
