Custom Silicon Architect - Camera Hardware

Role Overview

We live in a world where understanding our physical environment is essential—whether navigating spaces, learning about our surroundings, or enabling breakthrough applications. Apple is meeting these needs with technology that's both robust and creative, and we're looking for people who want to be part of that mission. Our success depends on exceptional engineers working in an environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and unconventional problem-solving. If you're motivated to do the greatest work of your career while helping define the next generation of revolutionary Apple products, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Camera Hardware Engineering group drives the design, development, and innovation of camera systems across Apple's entire product portfolio—from iPhone and Mac to iPad and Vision products. Our team delivers cutting-edge camera electronics, including custom silicon, that enable best-in-class imaging experiences for our users. We're seeking an enthusiastic, high-energy engineer to help shape the next generation of camera technology. In this role, you'll collaborate with world-class experts across optics, controls, mechanics, and imaging to architect and develop custom silicon ICs that push the boundaries of what's possible in computational photography.

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

BS Degree Experience in at least one of the following domains: analog/mixed-signal IC development, low-power, low-noise sensing and signal processing Experience with board-level design constraints, power assessment, and analysis Experience with performing root-cause analysis and problem-solving Experience driving complex projects to completion

Preferred Qualifications

A minimum of 3 years of industry experience MS or PhD degree in Electrical or Computer Engineering Engineer and relevant in low-power, low-noise sensing and signal processing Experience with embedded systems and MCU-based custom silicon designs Experience with software/hardware co-design methodologies Experience optimizing designs across multiple disciplines, including hardware/firmware partitioning, trade-off assessments, design verification, and tolerance analysis

Experience with IC development from architecture through high-volume production ramp Experience working independently to design and deliver complex systems

Compensation & 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 $150,400 and $225,300, 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.

Application Instructions

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