Hardware Systems Design and Integration Engineer - AirPods
At Apple, new ideas can quickly transform into amazing products, services, and customer experiences. Sound is an essential facet of the customer experience, and we are committed to making a difference through innovative designs. We are assembling a world-class, diverse team of engineers who embrace the challenge of delivering products that allow our customers to enjoy music with delight and communicate with clarity.
Our inquisitive and motivated team consists of passionate engineers who take ownership of delivering electronic solutions. Through close collaboration with interdisciplinary teams-such as industrial design, product design, technology, and manufacturing-we drive innovation at every step. Our small form factor products present exciting opportunities for innovation in advanced physical architectures, new RF technologies, and highly power-optimized IC development.
We thrive in a creative and collaborative environment where teamwork is essential, and every member contributes to the success of our projects. If you're looking to be part of something truly special, come join our team and make a meaningful impact in the world of audio products.
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Description
We are seeking dedicated and innovative engineers to take ownership of various aspects of system hardware development. In this role, you'll drive product architecture, design PCBs and flexible circuits, and create optimized system validation plans. You'll also oversee manufacturing test requirements, contribute to prototype bring-up and testing, analyze data, and troubleshoot issues.
This position offers the opportunity for occasional travel to support manufacturing efforts, enhancing the hands-on nature of the role. As an experienced member of our team, your contributions will help shape the future of AirPods architecture, with insights gained from successfully leading key programs.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with high volume products / consumer electronics from proof of concept to mass production; prior experience in working with contract manufacturers highly desirable
Expertise in board and flex designs including schematic and layout with strong abilities to implement to a timeline and deliver high quality designs
Hands-on experience in prototyping, bring-up, debug and validation
Comfortable in a lab environment using oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers, frequency counters, etc.
Knowledge in one or more of the following areas: CPU/SOC, power(DC-DC converters, battery, power management, low power design), inductive power, analog circuits, audio, RF integration and measurement, sensor design and integration, ESD safety
Python scripting experience
Design validation experience including bench analysis for proving performance to factory test for guaranteeing quality
Experience working with Mechanical design, Software, Reliability, Manufacturing, and Operations organizations is desirable
Experience with challenging and multi-disciplinary failure analysis
Excellent writing skills for clear reporting of data analysis and conclusions
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent
5+ years relevant industry experience designing electronics and/or embedded systems
Strong Electrical Engineering fundamentals (analog/digital design, signal/power integrity, etc.)
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