45 Min video call The interview included both personal and technical parts: Self-introduction and why choose PD (Physical Design). Resume & project discussion – focus on design flow experience. Technical topics: LVS (Layout vs. Schematic), DRC (Design Rule Check) basics. Setup time, hold time, and how to fix setup violations. Power and area optimization methods. Inverter schematic explanation. How to build an XOR gate using NAND gates.

First round was screening where I spoke to a recruiter Second round was one on one discussion with 3 engineers. It can take a few weeks to be contacted if you experience fills the profile. The whole process is painless and Apple makes an effort to avoid stressing the applicants (again this is for corporate positions) each interview was about 30 minutes long.