CPU Performance and Workload Analysis Architect - Platform Architecture
Company: Apple Inc.
Location: Santa Clara
Posted on: November 12, 2024
Job Description:
CPU Performance and Workload Analysis Architect - Platform
ArchitectureModern system-on-chip (SoC) designs have dramatically
changed how hardware and software is developed. It is increasingly
important to understand the concerns of software developers when
designing hardware while it is also increasingly meaningful for
software developers to understand how their applications can map
efficiently to modern iPhone, iPad and Mac hardware. Those who can
understand both and prefer to live at the intersection of hardware
and software are deeply valuable, especially to Apple. The Apple
CPU Architecture and Performance Team is seeking highly motivated
and self-driven engineers who want to live at this intersection,
individuals who have or want to develop domain expertise in
emerging areas like AI, individuals who have a high-level CPU
architecture understanding and desire to work with a world class
team for CPU, SoC, and software development. Are you deeply
accountable for your work? Your passion for product ownership and
track record of product development will prove critical to your
success on our team.DescriptionWe drive advanced exploration for
next generation CPU architectures. As a member of this team, you
are the interface between the CPU team, system teams, and many
software teams at Apple. We have a data driven approach that is
focused on real user workloads (both existing and emerging) so your
work will guide optimizations and the direction of future CPUs. At
the same time, you will be working with software developers to
optimize code for our CPU designs and roadmap. Your
responsibilities will include:
- Profile and analyze existing and emerging workloads, bring up
in CPU/SOC simulation environment.
- Develop and maintain performance and trace analysis tools.
- Develop and implement visual extensions to assist with data
analysis that can be used internally and also by the various
software partners in Apple.
- Run and analyze workloads on simulators and prototype devices
as well as work on developing and automating performance analysis
infrastructure.
- Develop domain expertise in emerging fields (ex: ML, AR/VR) in
order to both identify hardware advancement opportunities and
assist software teams in optimizing for our devices.
- Profile and analyze workload in potential new product areas to
help guide CPU roadmap decisions.Minimum Qualifications
- Understanding of CPU architecture and micro-architecture.
- Coding skills in object-oriented programming with C and
C++.
- Experience with CPU performance analysis and familiarity with
associated tools.
- Knowledge and experience with common performance
benchmarks.Preferred Qualifications
- MS or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related
field.
- 20+ years of relevant experience.
- Experience working multi-functionally with people of very
diverse backgrounds.
- Demonstrated communication, influence, and negotiation
skills.
- Technical documentation skills.
- Knowledge of visual/UI or data analysis frameworks.
- Knowledge of OS internals and compiler technology.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 $207,800 and $312,200, 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.Apple is an equal opportunity
employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take
affirmative action to ensure 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. Learn more about your EEO
rights as an applicant.
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