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Description

This role is all about making systems that have never been made before. Working with cross-functional engineering teams to define new prototype systems, design electronics that implement them, build them, and validate them. This role requires an engineer who is familiar with a full development cycle, who thrives when distilling clarity from uncertainty, and who can coordinate effectively across organizations, some international. You will be expected lead electrical engineering initiatives by example, drawing upon your previous experience and adapting to the unique needs of the program. As appropriate, you will be expected to manage individuals and guide their work as well as their growth.","responsibilities":"Design and validate high-performance analog/mixed signal circuits that interface with state of the art optical components and meet high level system requirements

Implement a variety of PCBs and flexes that integrate multiple analog and digital circuits into prototype systems

Identify and analyze system tradeoffs of implementation strategies including PCB functionality partitioning, approach to testing and validation, flexibility vs. size/power

Plan electrical engineering work with other leads to define milestones, then guide and focus team members to deliver on time

Facilitate clear, efficient communication within the electrical engineering team and cross-functionally to keep stakeholders in sync

Directly manage individual contributors as appropriate

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of industry experience in electrical engineering

Familiarity with systems that include sensitive analog/mixed-signal circuits, FPGAs, and embedded microcontrollers

Experience with circuit simulation tools, such as Hspice, LTspice, or Spectre

Skilled with PCB layout on complex multi-layer boards

Experience working with multiple cross-functional teams (e.g. software, mechanical, optical) to balance design tradeoffs

Experience with supporting factory builds and scaling from hand-built prototypes to 1000s of units

Exposure to various system modeling and simulation tools, such as ANSYS, Verilog A/MS, Simulink, COMSOL

Ability to work effectively in a team environment

Minimum Qualifications

BS degree in EE or related field

Experience designing analog and digital circuits

Experience with various schematic capture tools, such as Eagle, Altium, or Cadence

Experience taking system through a full cycle - architecture, design, fab, bringup, debug, characterization

Experience with standard lab equipment (e.g. multimeters, oscilloscopes, spectrum analyzers)

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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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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.