CAD Engineer - Signoff Infrastructure

Apple

Apple

Other Engineering

San Jose, CA, USA

USD 126,800-190,900 / year + Equity

Posted on Apr 28, 2026
We're seeking a CAD Engineer to join our team and develop full-stack web applications that power the Signoff infrastructure across all Apple SOC design groups within the Hardware Tech group. Signoff is the critical final verification stage in chip design where designs are validated against manufacturing, timing, and power criteria before tapeout. This role focuses on building and enhancing Signoff dashboards, CAD flow metrics collection, and data visualization tools that design and CAD teams rely on daily. You'll also participate in the development of our Signoff AI assistant and integrate modern AI/RAG capabilities into our platform.
The Signoff Infrastructure developer will help develop, support, and enhance the Signoff dashboards, CAD flow metrics collection, and visualization tools used for Signoff by all Apple SOC design groups. We are looking for a passionate, self-driven software engineer eager to learn and grow while working on complex software, a team player who pays a high level of attention to detail and strives for software quality. The role requires providing Signoff infrastructure support and interfacing with the design and CAD teams to develop high-impact web applications to improve our Signoff process. You'll work across the full stack using Python and JavaScript/TypeScript, help build and maintain backend services and APIs, develop interactive frontend dashboards, and work with SQL databases. You'll be supported by experienced engineers who will help you ramp up and grow your skills.
  • Familiarity with Python or JavaScript/TypeScript
  • Coursework or projects using web development frameworks and libraries (Angular, React, or Express.js)
  • Familiarity with SQL and relational databases
  • Exposure to software engineering best practices including version control, testing, and CI/CD
  • BS in Computer Science or related field
  • Coursework or projects in web development or databases
  • Interest in chip design, VLSI, or CAD tools
  • Interest in AI/ML technologies
  • Personal projects or internships involving full-stack development
  • Familiarity with Linux/Unix environments
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 $126,800 and $190,900, 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.

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