Apple
Hardware Systems Engineer
Cupertino, California, United States
Hardware
Summary
Posted:
Sep 25, 2025
Role Number:
200621877-0836
Imagine what you can do here. Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their lives best work. Together we create products and experiences people once couldn’t have imagined, and now, can’t imagine living without. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do.
Description
APPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Design, develop, test, and troubleshoot electronics in a portable computer system. Responsible for system integration support from product feature concepts through prototype bring-up, manufacturing readiness, and customer launch phases. Work with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate the latest computing technology into Apple’s products. Perform schematic capture. Select appropriate components from the vendor library and datasheet analysis. Capture with CAD schematic tools, following documented design conventions. Simulate analog and digital circuits to ensure proper operation before committing to the design. Perform PCB layout by working with CAD designer to place and route electronic components. Implement complex, dense designs on high-technology PCBs with fine-pitch BGA devices. Work with cross-functional technology teams to incorporate their layout feedback and balance against competing goals. Bring up and debug prototype hardware. Work closely with firmware and software teams to prove functionality for a new system and debug features that are not working correctly. Test, characterize and validate new hardware designs. Using direct measurement, such as oscilloscopes or logic analyzers, and indirect methods, such as margin stress tools, to demonstrate high confidence that the design is robust. Support factory in preparation for high-volume manufacturing. Review designs of factory test fixtures and ensure manufacturing test plans provide adequate coverage to ensure the design is assembled correctly. Debug problems found in manufacturing, feedback root cause and corrective action into design or manufacturing process. Travel to manufacturing sites for hands-on support. International travel required 10%. 40 hours/week. 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 $188,019 - $272,100/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
PAY & BENEFITS: 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: https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or related occupation.
5 years of experience with each of the following skills is required:
Experience performing high-speed digital hardware design, including designing and developing high-speed interface.
Conducting Analog and digital circuit design for various custom circuits on digital and analog sides.
Using PCB CAD tools to drive complex logic board designs.
Conducting low voltage power supply design.
Utilizing test equipment to debug hardware, including experience supporting electrical debugging and triaging.
Conducting hardware architecture design.
Using board and schematic design with ECAD tools to drive complex board designs and support multiple spins of design.
Using BOM creation and management to direct and inform the factory on the input of prototype hardware and mass production product releases.
Conducting Subsystem interface design and characterization.
Providing Factory CM support to triage and debug hardware failures during factory builds.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://www.apple.com/jobs/pdf/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .
Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines applicable in your area.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.
Cupertino, California, United States
Hardware
Summary
Posted:
Sep 25, 2025
Role Number:
200621877-0836
Imagine what you can do here. Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their lives best work. Together we create products and experiences people once couldn’t have imagined, and now, can’t imagine living without. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do.
Description
APPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Design, develop, test, and troubleshoot electronics in a portable computer system. Responsible for system integration support from product feature concepts through prototype bring-up, manufacturing readiness, and customer launch phases. Work with cross-functional engineering teams to integrate the latest computing technology into Apple’s products. Perform schematic capture. Select appropriate components from the vendor library and datasheet analysis. Capture with CAD schematic tools, following documented design conventions. Simulate analog and digital circuits to ensure proper operation before committing to the design. Perform PCB layout by working with CAD designer to place and route electronic components. Implement complex, dense designs on high-technology PCBs with fine-pitch BGA devices. Work with cross-functional technology teams to incorporate their layout feedback and balance against competing goals. Bring up and debug prototype hardware. Work closely with firmware and software teams to prove functionality for a new system and debug features that are not working correctly. Test, characterize and validate new hardware designs. Using direct measurement, such as oscilloscopes or logic analyzers, and indirect methods, such as margin stress tools, to demonstrate high confidence that the design is robust. Support factory in preparation for high-volume manufacturing. Review designs of factory test fixtures and ensure manufacturing test plans provide adequate coverage to ensure the design is assembled correctly. Debug problems found in manufacturing, feedback root cause and corrective action into design or manufacturing process. Travel to manufacturing sites for hands-on support. International travel required 10%. 40 hours/week. 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 $188,019 - $272,100/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
PAY & BENEFITS: 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: https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Electrical Engineering or related field and 5 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or related occupation.
5 years of experience with each of the following skills is required:
Experience performing high-speed digital hardware design, including designing and developing high-speed interface.
Conducting Analog and digital circuit design for various custom circuits on digital and analog sides.
Using PCB CAD tools to drive complex logic board designs.
Conducting low voltage power supply design.
Utilizing test equipment to debug hardware, including experience supporting electrical debugging and triaging.
Conducting hardware architecture design.
Using board and schematic design with ECAD tools to drive complex board designs and support multiple spins of design.
Using BOM creation and management to direct and inform the factory on the input of prototype hardware and mass production product releases.
Conducting Subsystem interface design and characterization.
Providing Factory CM support to triage and debug hardware failures during factory builds.
Preferred Qualifications
N/A
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://www.apple.com/jobs/pdf/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .
Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines applicable in your area.
It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.