AirPods Analog Systems Engineer, Power

AirPods Analog Systems Engineer, Power Cupertino, California, United States Hardware Summary Posted:

May 11, 2026

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200662760-0836 The AirPods team is seeking an Analog Systems Engineer to help drive the design, development, and delivery of next-generation AirPods products. In this role, you will be the power and battery management subsystem expert, at the center of cross-functional interactions and technical decision making. Your work will span the full product development lifecycle, from subsystem architecture and design through integration, validation, and mass production. Description Lead architecture and performance optimizations for power and battery management subsystemsPerform design analysis and simulations, including tolerance analysis, noise, power and signal integrity, and timingAssist with component selection and schematic/layout reviews with cross-functional hardware teamsPartner with silicon vendors on new PMIC and charger IC development, including design reviews, bring-up, and characterizationSupport hardware and firmware bring-up, characterization, and debugAuthor hardware specifications and review vendor datasheetsSupport hardware prototyping and engineering demosDrive product and manufacturing validation through DVT and into mass production Minimum Qualifications BS/MS EE or equivalent 7+ years of experience in analog/mixed-signal hardware design Deep understanding of various power mixed-signal building blocks:

PMIC, DC-DC

switching converter, LDO, charger, battery, PCM, ADC/DAC, temperature sensor, LED driver, ultra-low power design Strong analog/mixed-signal analysis: simulations, tolerance analysis, noise, power integrity, signal-integrity, timing, etc. Proficient in bench testing and equipment usage (oscilloscope, power supplies, electronic loads, DMM, etc.) for silicon and system validation Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to drive alignment across hardware, firmware, and silicon teams Preferred Qualifications Experience in designing low-power, high volume consumer products Experience leveraging AI tools and automation to accelerate design analysis, simulation, hardware characterization, and validation workflows Experience with scripting languages such as Matlab and Python Familiarity with SPICE-based simulation tools Familiarity with digital interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, etc. Familiarity with the development process of new silicon MS or Ph.D in EE or equivalent preferred Pay & Benefits This posting is not for a specific job opening and by submitting your resume you are expressing interest in being contacted about this type of role at Apple in the future. 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. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.