PHY RTL Design Engineer
AppleJob Title
PHY RTL Design Engineer
Role Summary
Design RTL for PHY and signal-processing blocks in wireless SoCs as part of Apple's wireless silicon development team. Collaborate with algorithm, software, and verification teams to meet performance, power, and area targets for energy-efficient wireless products.
Experience Level
Mid-level. No specific years of experience were stated.
Responsibilities
Key responsibilities include design, integration, and support of RTL for wireless PHY subsystems.
- Write specifications and define microarchitecture based on MATLAB/C system models.
- Architect for area and power efficiency; optimize for low latency, scalability, and flexibility.
- Implement power- and area-efficient RTL logic and support design verification activities.
- Run lint, CDC/RDC, and other design-clean tools; prepare synthesis scripts and timing constraints.
- Work with algorithm and software teams to ensure functional performance and power targets are met.
- Contribute to RTL synthesis, timing closure, and debug of signal-processing blocks for wireless protocols.
Requirements
Minimum skills and technical expertise required for the role.
- Understanding of DSP fundamentals.
- Knowledge of digital communications and signal-processing for wireless protocols.
- Proficiency in RTL design.
- Experience with synthesis flow, timing constraints, and timing closure practices.
- Familiarity with lint, CDC/RDC checks, and other static/structural verification tools.
- Experience collaborating with algorithm and software teams; able to translate system models into RTL implementation.
Education Requirements
Bachelor's degree in a related field (e.g., Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science) was 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.
