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Watch Systems Architect

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

The Watch Systems Architecture team is looking for a hands-on engineer to contribute to the development of next-generation wearable technology. This role involves architecture work, prototyping, analysis, and technical validation. The engineer will tackle system-level challenges and collaborate with architects and engineers across various disciplines. The position offers the chance to impact millions of users worldwide through innovative product development.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • 3+ years of experience in system design, validation, or architecture
  • Proficiency in developing simulations and data analysis scripts using Python, MATLAB, C++, or similar languages
  • Experience with lab equipment and measurement techniques such as oscilloscopes and logic analyzers
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Effective communication skills for documenting and presenting technical findings
  • Master's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field
  • Experience with embedded systems, power management, or sensor integration
  • Familiarity with system modeling and simulation tools
  • Experience with wearable devices or battery-powered systems
  • Knowledge of computer architecture, wireless connectivity, or low-power design

Responsibilities

  • Support the development of next-generation wearable products through architecture work and prototyping
  • Conduct analysis and technical validation of system designs
  • Collaborate with cross-disciplinary teams to address system-level challenges
  • Translate system requirements into practical implementations, simulations, and test plans

Benefits

  • Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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