October 7, 2024

Hardware System Engineer – iPhone System Technologies — SoC

Mid • On-site

$143,100 - $264,200/yr

Cupertino, CA

Summary

Posted:
Role Number:200572110
People here at Apple don’t just build products – we build the kind of wonder that has revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that encourages the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. Join our cutting-edge iPhone Hardware Engineering team as a System Hardware Engineer and help shape the future of iPhone technology. We are looking for a driven engineer who is passionate about advancing SOC system technologies. In this role, you'll work with a collaborative team of experts to analyze, characterize, and validate key features related to SOC design in iPhone systems. You will play a critical part in optimizing SoC architecture and system integration solutions for the whole iPhone product line.

Description

Drive system-level optimization of SoC power, thermal, and performance to push the boundaries of iPhone design. Hands-on involvement in SoC silicon bring-up, debugging, testing, and validation at the system level. Collaborate with multi-functional hardware and software teams to support system validation, failure analysis (FA), and factory testing. Play a key role in all stages of the project lifecycle, from concept to production, solving complex challenges with creativity and enthusiasm. International travel opportunities will be available to support different stages of development and production.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor or Master degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering.
  • 2+ years of relevant industry experience
  • Proven foundation in Electrical Engineering with excellent problem-solving skills.
  • Hands-on experience in SoC/system-level bring-up, testing, and debugging.
  • Familiarity with lab equipment to measure SoC power, performance, and thermal aspects.
  • Knowledge of scripting languages like Python

Preferred Qualifications

  • A passion for engineering with demonstrated initiative, creativity, and innovation.
  • Expertise in mobile SoC architecture, power, performance, and thermal characterization at the system level.
  • Familiarity with power management ICs (PMICs) and mobile system power delivery design.
  • Knowledge of high-speed interfaces like USB3, PCIe, MIPI, and low-speed interfaces like I2C, SPI, and GPIO, with the ability to troubleshoot and debug interface issues.
  • Strong leadership and cross-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse teams.

Pay & Benefits

  • At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $143,100 and $264,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

    Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

    Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.