Apple · 3 days ago
CPU Performance & Workload Analysis Engineer - Platform Architecture
Santa Clara, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$127K/yr - $191K/yrApple is seeking highly motivated and self-driven engineers to join their CPU Architecture and Performance Team. The role involves profiling and analyzing workloads, developing performance analysis tools, and collaborating with software developers to optimize CPU designs and roadmaps.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
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
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Understanding of CPU architecture and micro-architecture
Coding skills in object-oriented programming with C and C++
Experience in scripting languages such as Perl, Python, or Javascript
Preferred
MS in Electrical or Computer Engineering, or related field
Experience with CPU performance analysis and familiarity with associated tools
Knowledge and experience with common performance benchmarks
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
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
Founded in 1976
10001+ employees
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