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Hardware System Engineer - AirPods System Technologies

Apple
March 12, 2026
Full-time
On-site
Cupertino, California, United States
$181,100 - $318,400 USD yearly
Level - Senior

Role Summary

The AirPods System Technologies Team is looking for electrical engineers who are eager to help define technologies that will be fundamental to our future products. The team is responsible for architecting, developing, and delivering features and technologies within challenging physical and power constraints.

Experience Level

Senior; requires 7+ years of relevant experience.

Responsibilities

You will be responsible for:

  • Developing system-level specifications and analyzing designs for custom silicon.
  • Evaluating how sensing and signal processing subsystems integrate into the architecture.
  • Conducting feasibility studies for novel systems during early concept phases.
  • Translating user-facing features into low-level electrical and architectural specifications.
  • Mitigating coexistence issues at the architectural level.

Requirements

Must-have qualifications include:

  • Bachelors in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
  • 7+ years of experience in electronic system design or chip architecture.
  • Excellent understanding of basic circuits, analog, digital, and power systems.
  • Experience working with user experience constraints to define electrical requirements.

Nice-to-have qualifications include:

  • Masters or Ph.D in Electrical Engineering.
  • Experience with ASIC/semiconductor development process.
  • Understanding of digital architecture fundamentals and tradeoffs affecting power consumption.
  • Hands-on experience in debugging and functional verification.

Education Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent required.


About the Company

Company: Apple

Headquarters: Cupertino, California, United States

Apple is a multinational technology company that designs, manufactures, and sells consumer electronics, software, and online services. Known for its innovative products such as the iPhone, Mac computers, and iPad, Apple emphasizes a strong commitment to high-quality design and user experience.

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Date Posted: 2026-03-12