Senior CAD Automation and Mixed-Signal Simulation Engineer

Do you want to help shape the future generations of processors that will enable the next remarkable Apple innovation If so we invite you to consider joining our team. We are seeking a senior engineer and technical leader with deep expertise in hardware and CAD flow development to own and drive Apples AMS (Analog/Mixed-Signal) simulation methodology. You will architect lead and continuously evolve the AMS simulation methodology and tooling strategy for our analog RF interconnect PMIC and memory design teams spanning circuit analysis pre and post-layout simulation RTL simulation behavioral modeling analogdigital co-simulation logic equivalency checks and signoff. You will define how design engineers interact with and leverage mixed-signal simulations and design verification workflows to deliver validated IP in cutting-edge silicon. As a senior member of the team you will mentor engineers influence technical direction and lead small development teams to deliver novel and complex CAD solutions. The successful candidate thrives in dynamic multi-disciplinary environments operates with a high degree of autonomy and brings a proven track record of driving innovation at scale. Your leadership will directly shape the experiences of millions of Apple customers through the delivery of state-of-the-art processors across Apples diverse product workflows delivering validated IP in cutting-edge silicon. The successful candidate will thrive in dynamic multi-disciplinary environments and demonstrate a hands-on enthusiastic and self-motivated approach. If you are passionate about delivering exceptional value to users and paying meticulous attention to detail this role may be the perfect fit for you. Your contributions will directly impact the experiences of millions of Apple customers by delivering state-of-the-art processors across the diverse range of Apple products.

As a member of our CAD team you will architect develop maintain and enhance AMS (Analog/Mixed-Signal) simulation methodology and solutions for our analog RF and mixed-signal designs. The role requires you to work with different technology nodes and provide flows/methodologies for the different tool sets. You will be collaborating closely with design teams. You will drive and coordinate efforts to develop and validate AMS/co-simulation flows providing ease of use speeding up design validation and ensuring functional silicon.

Own and define the direction and roadmap for a state-of-the-art mixed-signal simulation methodology across multiple technology nodes and diverse circuit/IC typesnServe as the primary technical authority for custom/transistor-level circuit design teams taking end-to-end accountability for functional behavior performance verification and analog/digital interface integritynLead the investigation architecture and org-wide adoption of novel CAD automations driving impact that scales beyond individual projectsnOwn and manage the strategic relationship with third-party EDA tool vendors defining requirements driving tool improvements and holding vendors accountable to Apples quality and performance standardsnLead resolution of the most critical and ambiguous technical challenges leveraging deep expertise creative problem-solving and cross-functional influencenDefine and champion the strategy for bridging the analog and digital domains establishing best practices adopted across design teamsnProactively own risk identification and systemic mitigation across design quality architecting durable solutions that close structural gaps in simulation and modeling methodologynMentor and technically guide junior and mid-level engineers elevating team capability and fostering a culture of engineering excellencenLead small software development teams in the design and delivery of novel complex CAD applications

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Electrical Engineering Computer Engineering or related fieldn10 years of relevant AMS (Analog Mixed-Signal) industry experiencenStrong proficiency in Python Perl C/C or TCL programmingnDeep hands-on experience with mixed-signal co-simulation tools and methodologies

Expert-level experience with industry-standard AMS tools including Cadence (Xcelium Verisium/Indago SimVision AMS Designer) Synopsys (VCS Verdi) or Siemens (Questa Symphony)nDeep knowledge of analog simulation tools such as Cadence Spectre Synopsys PrimeSim/HSPICE/Finesim or Siemens AFSnProven track record of architecting and delivering solutions to complex simulation accuracy speed and capacity challenges at scalenExpert-level experience with mixed-signal simulation implementation including discipline resolution binding IE setup Connect Modules AMSD blocks wreal TCL probes real number modeling UDNs with behavioral and functional circuit description languages including SystemVerilog VerilogA Verilog Verilog-AMS VHDLnDemonstrated experience leading the application of LLMs/AI agents to CAD software development test generation debugging and team-wide efficiency improvementsnStrong understanding of custom IC designs and transistor description formats (SPICE DSPF schematics)nAdvanced skills in object-oriented programming data structures algorithms system architecture command-line and GUI interaction testing/coverage and revision controlnDeep expertise in Virtuoso Schematic Editor PDK content CDF properties hierarchy editor SKILL code netlisting and Analog Design Environment (ADE)nExceptional communication and presentation skills with a demonstrated ability to influence technical direction at senior and executive levelsnProven track record of driving quality and productivity improvements at an organizational levelnDemonstrated experience leading small software development teams to design and deliver novel complex CAD applications