As an Optical Thin Film Coating Design Engineer at Apple, you will be part of the Coating Materials Product Design organization, focusing on the development of advanced optical thin film coatings for various Apple products. This role requires strong design expertise and a passion for innovative coating solutions. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex requirements into effective coating solutions. Your work will involve developing specifications, driving qualification processes, and utilizing modern AI-assisted design tools.

• PhD in Physics, Optical Sciences, Material Science or related fields
• 5+ years relevant experience in optical thin film coatings and processes
• Experience designing thin film interference coatings with commercial design packages
• Familiarity with PVD processes and equipment, especially sputtering and evaporation
• Experience with thin film characterization methods and statistical data analysis
• Experience coding analytical and modeling tools
• Familiarity with AI-assisted design and analysis tools
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally (1-2 trips per year)
• Experience designing and qualifying a broad range of coating types for consumer electronics
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with proficiency in statistical analysis
• Good communication and organizational skills

• Design and develop advanced optical thin film coatings for Apple products
• Translate complex requirements into effective coating solutions
• Develop specifications and drive qualification into products
• Contribute to the development of new coating materials and processes
• Support hands-on characterization and analysis of coatings
• Utilize data-driven workflows and modern AI-assisted design tools
• Independently plan, drive, and deliver projects in a fast-moving environment
• Work with coating suppliers and contract manufacturers internationally

• 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.