Are you interested in learning what makes the Apple Watch tick? Apple is seeking an enthusiastic systems power engineer for the Watch System EE team! You will integrate custom power circuits into the Apple Watch, driving the electrical design of the product loved and used worldwide! The candidate must have experience collaborating with many different cross-functional teams and have experience designing and integrating power delivery circuits for shipping hardware.

Description

This role involves integrating custom power management ICs into a complex and tightly constrained system, ensuring seamless and efficient power delivery between the PMU, battery, wireless charging subsystem, and other modules. You will be responsible for PMU system design, PMU configuration, defining the PDN including component selection and layout, and supporting power-related factory test, validation, and issue triage. You will work closely with the PMU, battery, and wireless charging teams, silicon and Watch architects, IC designers, and Watch EEs to integrate and optimize these critical power technologies into the Watch. Your work will directly impact the design and performance of our products!

Preferred Qualifications

MS or Ph.D in EE or CE

Deep knowledge of EE fundamentals extending to battery and wireless charging technologies

Experience with modeling/simulation or MATLAB

Experience with data analysis/visualization tools (Tableau, JMP, etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

BS in EE or CE:

5+ years prior experience shipping hardware on a system or module team with specific focus on power IC or system design

Strong analog fundamentals with expertise in design, operation, and optimization of switching supplies, LDOs, and PDNs

Hands-on experience working with power ICs, along with strong familiarity with test and measurement procedures with lab bench equipment for power analysis (e.g., DMMs, power analyzers, current probes)

Excellent documentation and communication skills, ability to work independently, and demonstrated ability to innovate

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 .

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.

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