CPU Performance & Workload Analysis Architect, Platform Architecture at Apple

Department: Hardware

Location: Austin, Texas · Beaverton, Oregon · +1
Level: senior
Posted: Apr 28, 2026

Description

Apple is seeking an engineer to bridge CPU architecture, SoC design, and software development. The role profiles and analyzes existing and emerging workloads in CPU/SOC simulation environments, develops performance and trace analysis tools, runs and automates workload analysis, and supports software teams in optimizing code for CPU designs. The engineer will also develop expertise in emerging areas such as AI, ML, and AR/VR and help guide CPU roadmap decisions.

Required Skills

CPU architecture
C/C++
Python scripting
Performance analysis
Performance benchmarks
AI tools

Additional Information

Minimum Education: Bachelor’s degree
Required Previous Experiences: CPU architecture and micro-architecture experience
Object-oriented programming with C and C++
Scripting with Perl, Python, or JavaScript
CPU performance analysis and tools
Common performance benchmarks
Preferred Qualifications: Master’s or PhD in Electrical or Computer Engineering or a related field
20+ years of relevant experience
Cross-functional collaboration with diverse backgrounds
Communication, influence, and negotiation skills
Technical documentation skills
Visual/UI, data analysis, and AI tools
OS internals and compiler technology

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