Job description
The role is for a Hardware Engineer in Apple's Camera Hardware Engineering group, focusing on the development of high-performance compact camera modules. The engineer will lead camera hardware projects and collaborate with product and technology teams. This position requires a deep understanding of camera systems and innovative design solutions. The goal is to enhance the photography experience for Apple customers through advanced camera technology.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechatronics, Optical Science, Physics, or a related field
- Master's or PhD degree and 10+ years of relevant industry experience
- Mechanical design experience using CAD 3D molding and drafting package
- Experience with NX
- Tolerance analysis experience of high complexity and precision mechanical designs with excellent understanding of GD&T
- Experience designing for plastic injection molding and metal stamping for mass production
- Experience with various materials including research, selection, testing, and process ability
- PCB design experience
- Experience with magnetic simulation and voice coil motor (VCM) for camera
Responsibilities
- Take ownership of the development of high-performance compact camera modules
- Lead camera hardware projects in collaboration with product and technology teams
- Research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products
- Design and develop innovative technology for camera systems from sensor to lens
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the camera experience
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 Jul 17, 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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