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Pixel Development Engineer

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA, Irvine, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/16/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Master's with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

This role is part of the Camera Technologies group at Apple, focusing on designing innovative camera systems that enhance photo quality across Apple products. The position involves collaboration with internal and external teams to develop and test camera hardware, ensuring exceptional performance. The ideal candidate will leverage their expertise in image sensor technology to create groundbreaking solutions and redefine photography experiences for millions of customers. Strong communication and teamwork skills are essential for success in this collaborative environment.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree with relevant education background and/or industry experiences in semiconductor physics, process, optics, image sensor circuit, and camera system.
  • Experience with pixel architecture definition, pixel design, TCAD simulation, sensor characterization, and sensor mass production.
  • Experience in software tools for pixel development and data analysis such as Synopsys TCAD, Lumerical FDTD, JMP, MATLAB, and Excel.
  • Master or Ph.D. degree and 3+ years relevant industry experience in image sensor pixel and sensor development.

Responsibilities

  • Evaluate sophisticated pixel technology from global image sensor vendors.
  • Collaborate with global image sensor suppliers to develop new image sensors for different applications.
  • Work with internal and external teams to ensure sufficient and correct testing is implemented at all stages to guarantee performance.
  • Document and present results to both internal and external engineering teams.
  • Engage in multi-functional collaboration to develop next generation camera products and features.

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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