As a Lab Operations Engineer at Apple's silicon engineering labs, you will play a crucial role in maintaining high-speed measurement and test infrastructure. This position involves hands-on work with advanced instrumentation to ensure reliable operation and support for various testing processes. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to troubleshoot issues and drive improvements in lab efficiency. The role requires a strong focus on practical engineering problem-solving and maintaining high standards of safety and organization.

• A bachelor's degree in BSEE or a related engineering field.
• 5+ years of relevant lab experience.
• Familiarity with MacOS, Linux, and Windows environments.
• Basic understanding of Unix/shell environments and command-line tools.
• Working knowledge of Python.
• Ability to read schematics and board layout files.
• Understanding of various electronic components and their form factors.
• Strong organizational, troubleshooting, documentation, and communication skills.
• Hands-on experience with high-speed signal integrity and RF measurement equipment.
• Scripting and automation experience beyond basic Python.
• Experience with AI-assisted coding tools or agents.
• Soldering and PCB rework skills.
• Experience with optical test equipment and silicon photonics measurement techniques.
• Familiarity with optical probe stations and fiber alignment systems.
• Basic understanding of networked equipment and TCP/IP concepts.
• Familiarity with root-cause analysis and failure documentation practices.

• Manage the full lifecycle of test equipment and board setups in a semiconductor test lab.
• Perform setup, teardown, maintenance, calibration, and logistics for test equipment.
• Deploy and support a variety of automated and manual tests.
• Maintain lab standards for safety, organization, and operational efficiency.
• Collaborate closely with design, validation, and operations teams to troubleshoot issues.
• Ensure equipment is calibrated and available for testing.
• Drive continuous improvement in lab processes.

• 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.