Job description
The Laser Engineering Team in Camera Semiconductor Devices (CSD) at Apple is focused on the research, design, development, testing, and qualification of core laser technologies for Face ID and LIDAR scanners. As a key member of this team, you will lead the development of laser components, transforming design concepts into products ready for mass production. This role requires collaboration in a cross-functional environment to ensure excellence and innovation in laser technology. You will be part of a motivated team dedicated to creating revolutionary Apple products.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in physics, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline with 3+ years of working epitaxy (EPI)/process experience.
- 10+ years of industry experience on device design, fab process, or process integration experience for III-V optoelectronics devices such as VCSEL, LEDs, and edge-emitting lasers.
- Experience working on several projects transferred from engineering development phase to high-volume production.
- MS/PhD in physics, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline is preferred.
- Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills.
- Strong product engineering experience such as data analysis (JMP) and writing scripts for data inquiry is strongly preferred.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Lead the laser component development by transforming laser design concepts into products ready for high-volume mass production.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project execution.
- Conduct research and development on core laser technologies.
- Oversee the testing and qualification of laser technologies used in Apple products.
- Utilize data analysis to inform product engineering decisions.
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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