Location
Austin, TX, Beaverton, OR, Boulder, CO, Cupertino, CA, Irvine, CA, San Diego, CA, Waltham, MA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/18/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
Apple is seeking a senior level design engineer to lead technical engagements with silicon and IP suppliers on innovative technologies. This role involves extensive experience in all phases of silicon development, including micro-architecture specification and both pre-silicon and post-silicon activities. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in integrated circuit design and product development for high volume manufacturing. This position requires excellent communication and program management skills to navigate dynamic schedules and multi-functional teams.
Requirements
- BS in Electrical Engineering or related field
- 20 years of relevant experience in silicon development
- Proven experience in integrated circuit design and design automation tools
- Hands-on experience with front end and back end digital tool suites
- Deep knowledge of EDA tools for managing design complexity and large technical teams
- Strong communication and program management skills
Responsibilities
- Drive and lead technical engagements between Apple and silicon suppliers
- Oversee all phases of silicon development from specification to validation
- Manage characterization, validation, qualification, and statistical analysis tasks
- Direct multi-functional debug efforts and crisis management
- Collaborate with teams to ensure successful product development and implementation
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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