Apple · 19 hours ago
Hardware Systems Integration Engineer - Apple Watch
Cupertino, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$147K/yr - $272K/yr
3+ years expApple is seeking a Hardware Systems Integration Engineer for the Apple Watch systems hardware team. This role involves working cross-functionally to design, build, and validate hardware throughout the product development cycle for one of Apple's most personal devices.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
PCB and FPC design, and cross-functional system integration
Bench validation, electrical function verification, and signal characterization
Hands on debug and failure analysis of manufacturing, component quality, reliability, and system coexistence issues
Factory build support from early NPI through product ramp
Early architecture handoff, technology concept investigations and prototyping
Ability and willingness for international travel up to 15%-20% as needs arise
Qualification
Required
B.S. degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering with 3~5 years of relevant industry hardware experience
Excellent EE fundamentals with a solid understanding in one or more of the following areas: system integration product design, processor and component selection, embedded communication protocols (USB, SPI, I2C, UART, JTAG/SWD), signal integrity and power delivery networks, power electronics and switching converters, sensor and low power module design
Experience with schematic capture, constraint driven PCB layout using Cadence tools or similar. Strong working knowledge of prototyping, hardware bringup, bench debug and validation
Hands on experience with standard EE lab equipment. (e.g. DMM, Oscilloscope, Power Supply, Electronic Load, Logic Analyzer, Spectrum Analyzer)
Excellent communication skills, with an ability to convey technical information in a clear manner adapted to the audience
Preferred
5+ years experience in similar high volume consumer electronics, and experience in hardware development with significant form factor and technology integration constraints
Previous experience as a technical lead of product or complex system architecture, leading other hardware technology initiatives or other technical leadership/mentor roles
System experience with sensitive sensor design and integration, debugging system coexistence issues including RF/wireless aggressors and EMC/ESD related problems
Ability to manipulate large data sets to provide insightful analysis coupled with strong visualizations
Excellent communication skills, with an ability to convey technical information in a clear manner adapted to the audience
An eagerness to take on new challenges, learn new skills, and continually develop by staying open minded & curious. Strong sense of personal ownership, with the ability to comprehensively handle tasks from start to finish independently
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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