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Hardware Systems Engineer

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/8/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

This is a System Engineering position focused on innovating iPhone and iPad products through collaboration with multi-functional teams. The role involves engaging with Hardware, Module, and Design & Validation teams at Apple. Candidates will evaluate system designs, support hardware development, and optimize test processes. The position requires hands-on experience with electronics and proficiency in coding and lab equipment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering
  • 3+ years of hands-on experience in prototype work and functional verification specifically with electronics
  • Proficient with lab equipment such as digital multi-meters, spectrum analyzers, signal generators, oscilloscopes, power supplies, and data loggers
  • Prior experience with coding and scripting skills in Python, Perl, Shell, or Unix
  • Master's degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering is preferred
  • Prior working experience with prototype hardware and/or development boards is helpful

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate overall system design by crafting and conducting evaluation tests
  • Support Hardware teams in crafting the next-generation iPhones and iPads and build Failure Analysis reports
  • Be responsible for the optimization of the test processes
  • Make recommendations for coverage improvements
  • Develop benchmarking matrix by crafting or modifying automation scripts for building and assembling performance graphs
  • Work towards closing potential test gaps and build improvements to the scripts
  • Support hardware development activities at manufacturing partner facilities

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.

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