{"title": "GPU Software Optimization Engineer, Platform Architecture", "summary": "Come join a world class group in Platform Architecture focused on low level software performance optimization. We are seeking a highly motivated, innovative, and dedicated engineer to join the Platform Architecture Software Performance Optimization Team. We are a group that is driving performance improvements in software running on Apple silicon as well as Apple software and hardware itself. Join us!", "description": "In this role you will work on the analysis of existing and new workloads to identify performance bottlenecks in the hardware and/or software. Working with your colleagues you will address performance limitations and deliver recommendations for Apple hardware and software improvements. In addition to working with developers directly, you\u2019ll identify patterns of performance challenges on Apple silicon, emerging new usage models, and feed back findings into the silicon and software teams for potential improvements.", "key_qualifications": "Expert background in software engineering, tools, methods, and the performance optimization process; Strong knowledge and experience in GPU/CPU/SoC architecture and micro-architecture, or performance analysis with an emphasis on hardware/software co-design and the intersection between software and hardware; Strong software development skills and proficiency in some of C/C++ family programming languages, and scripting languages such as Python; Knowledge and experience with GPU performance benchmarks and workloads; Knowledge of low-level graphics APIs, GPU software stacks, operating system internals, and compiler technology a plus; Strong interpersonal skills and creativity to help the team solve performance challenges", "preferred_qualifications": "", "education_experience": "BS and a minimum 10 years relevant work experience. Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or closely related fields preferred.", "additional_requirements": "", "pay_benefits": "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 $175,800 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\u2019s 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\u2019s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You\u2019ll 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 \u2014 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.", "company": "apple"}