Hardware System Integration Engineer - AirPods

Apple - Austin, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Austin, TX

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The position involves working as an electrical engineer within the AirPods System HW team at Apple, focusing on the development of electronic solutions that enhance customer experiences with audio products. The role requires collaboration with various teams to innovate in product development, particularly in areas such as advanced physical architectures and power-optimized IC development.

Responsibilities

• Drive product architectures for system hardware development.
• Design PCB/flex layouts and ensure high-quality implementations.
• Craft optimized system validation plans and own manufacturing test requirements.
• Conduct prototype bring-up and testing, including data analysis and issue debugging.
• Support manufacturing through occasional travel.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Electrical Engineering or equivalent.
• 2+ years of relevant industry experience in designing electronics and/or embedded systems.
• Strong fundamentals in Electrical Engineering, including analog/digital design and signal/power integrity.
• Hands-on experience in prototyping, bring-up, debug, and validation.
• Comfortable working in a lab environment with tools like oscilloscopes and spectrum analyzers.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience with high volume consumer electronics from proof of concept to mass production.
• Prior experience working with contract manufacturers.
• Expertise in board and flex designs, including schematic and layout.
• Knowledge in CPU/SOC, power management, analog circuits, RF integration, and sensor design.
• Python/scripting experience for automation and analysis.
• Experience in design validation and performance testing.

Benefits

• Equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity.