HW System Development Engineer

HW System Development Engineer Cupertino, California, United States Hardware Summary Posted:

Feb 17, 2026

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200647140-0836 Apple is where you go to do your life's best work. Behind every Apple product is a deep bench of highly talented cross functional teams, where the attention to detail defines success versus failure. Imagine designing the hardware systems that validate the products millions of people rely on every day. Now imagine those systems becoming intelligent — producing data that not only measures performance but teaches us how to build better products.

Our organization focuses on custom electronics solutions for various areas of Apple, including critical areas of factory, lab and regression environments. The team tackles a multitude of technologies and is seeking a hardware systems architect to design advanced electrical instruments and power systems that enable deep product understanding at scale. This role blends hands-on hardware design, system architecture, and AI-aware data thinking. You will build the physical platforms that sit between design and manufacturing, transforming how we observe, diagnose, and improve Apple hardware. Description You will design and develop custom electrical instrumentation — from power systems to measurement platforms — that validate Apple products from prototype through mass production. Your hardware will not exist in isolation; it will serve as a foundation for intelligent analysis, feeding structured, high-quality data into advanced software and AI systems.

You will have to establish the link between technical decisions for the system and customer experience and communicating impacts clearly and concisely. The ideal candidate would be expected to use their EE development oriented past to help provide clarity and expectations to a highly technical oriented vertically integrated custom electronics organization. Responsibilities Develop hardware platforms that provide rich telemetry, deterministic control, and structured data outputs Researching new technologies to understand unique failure mechanisms Drive Design-For-Test architecture across silicon and system platforms. Partner with design teams to define hardware and firmware observability features. Lead system architecture and design of custom instrumentation — PSUs, eLoads, measurement subsystems, and control electronics Drive hardware development from schematic and PCB design concept through factory deployment Work with vendors and contract manufacturers to deliver high-quality, scalable solutions Collaborate with AI/ML engineers to define data interfaces and observability models. Develop automated test and measurement systems - Setup of environments optimized for test measurement Serve as validation lead on programs, supporting deployment readiness and failure triage Minimum Qualifications B.S. or M.S. in Electrical Engineering or equivalent Strong background in analog, power, or mixed-signal design Extensive intimate experience with the hardware development flow (concept, schematic, layout, bringup, validation and deployment) Understanding of peripheral IO functions (USB, I2C, SPI, UART, SWD, SPMI) Ability to operate well in an environment with rapid development cycles and constant change Willingness to travel internationally up to 10% of the time; estimated 8-10 days per trip Preferred Qualifications Familiarity with AI/ML data workflows and firmware or scripting experience (Python, C/C++) Experience with a wide array of technologies, especially in the areas of power architecture, camera systems, display or audio technologies. Hands-on and proficient with debugging tools and equipment: DMM, spectrum analyzer, signal generator, oscilloscopes and power supplies. Knowledgeable in production control processes, data analysis/interpretation, GR&R, Cp/Cpk and correlation analysis. Ability to manage, process, and analyze large data sets using tools like Excel/Matlab/JMP Pay & Benefits 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 $126,800 and $220,900, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. 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.

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Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. 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. . Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.