Graphics Architect, Platform Architecture
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We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and dedicated engineer to join the GPU Platform Architecture Team; we are a group that is driving advanced exploration for next generation GPU architectures in iPhone, iPad and Mac products. We rely on strong analytical skills and close collaboration to deliver the best overall solution to our customers. In this highly visible role, you will be at the center of a chip design effort working with all disciplines, with a critical impact on getting high performance products to millions of customers quickly.
As part of the GPU Platform Architecture team, you will be working with architecture, design and software partners on the definition & tuning of Appleʼs future GPU Programmable Shader Core. Your role will involve extending and modifying the architecture, including the instruction set for the Shader Core. You will contribute to the development of prototype software implementations for simulated future hardware, gathering data and measurements to validate or invalidate these concepts.
- Bachelor’s degree
- Background in GPU, CPU, DSP or ISP architecture
- Software skills and proficiency in C/C++, XSL, and a scripting language such as Python or Ruby
- 15+ years of experience
- Familiarity with simulation environments
- Ability to take ideas from concept to C/C++ simulator implementation
- Experience working as part of large cross-functional teams
- Ability to clearly communicate complex issues
- Self-motivated and well-organized
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