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PLL Design Engineer

Apple

Location

Austin, TX

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/8/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate Entry-Level
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

In this role at Apple, you will be part of the Analog-Mixed/Signal group, focusing on developing innovative frequency synthesizers for various applications such as Compute, SoC, SerDes, and Cellular technologies. The team is dedicated to pushing technological boundaries and maintaining Apple's leadership in innovation. You will work in a dynamic environment that values collaboration and continual learning. This position offers the opportunity to make a significant impact in the tech industry through high-quality hard IP development.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or related field with 0 years of relevant experience.
  • Demonstrated proficiency in PLL/FLL and frequency synthesis architecture and circuit design.
  • Good knowledge of band gaps, bias circuits, op-amps, LDOs, feedback and compensation techniques.
  • Deep understanding of clocking fundamentals, phase noise, jitter analysis, budgeting, and feedback loop dynamics.
  • Skilled in developing System Verilog models and performing behavioral simulations.

Responsibilities

  • Develop cutting-edge frequency synthesizers for various applications.
  • Contribute to maintaining Apple's leadership in innovation and market presence.
  • Engage in collaborative problem-solving within a team environment.
  • Ensure thoroughness in problem-solving with a focus on systemic impacts.
  • Utilize industry-standard design tools to enhance productivity and collaboration.

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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