Job description
As an Acoustic Engineer on the iPhone Acoustics Integration team at Apple, you will be responsible for shaping innovative audio concepts from ideation to mass production. This role involves deep collaboration with various teams to ensure a superior audio experience across product lines. You will leverage your passion for audio and knowledge of acoustic theory to push the boundaries of compact acoustic systems. The position requires hands-on experience and a commitment to personal ownership in driving tasks to completion.
Requirements
- BS/MS or equivalent work experience, preferably specializing in acoustics.
- 5+ years in an acoustics engineering role with proven success in high-volume consumer electronics.
- Knowledge of electrodynamic transducer design and MEMS, including simulation of transducers.
- Hands-on experience integrating speakers and microphones with resistance to water, dust, and chemicals.
- Skilled in acoustic measurement and data acquisition tools.
- Proficient in high-level programming languages such as MATLAB or Python.
- Excellent written and interpersonal communication skills.
- Willingness to travel up to 10% internationally.
Responsibilities
- Take innovative audio concepts from early ideation to mass production.
- Own acoustic design and integration across product lines.
- Collaborate with Transducer Design, Product Design, Electrical Engineering, Software, Tuning, Operations, and Reliability teams.
- Conduct simulation, prototyping, tuning, and validation of acoustic systems.
- Communicate acoustic requirements and assess trade-offs in cross-functional collaboration.
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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