Historical snapshotstaff (10+ yrs)Captured Oct 17, 2026, 1:56 a.m.

iPhone Touch Sensing Electrical Design Engineer

Apple

Location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States · Onsite
Compensation
$175,000 - $308,500 USD annually
Employment
Full-time
Experience level
STAFF (10+ years exp)
Specialization
Design Engineer
Source
Apple

Role Overview

The goal of the iPhone Touch Sensing Technology team is to enable the world’s best User Experiences through state-of-the-art sensing solutions. The team designs, develops, and delivers high-precision, low-latency MultiTouch solutions that are the gold standard in the smartphone/mobile industries. New challenges arise every day that require innovation across several technical disciplines, including EE, Math, Physics, and Algorithms. Come join us in delivering technology from proof-of-concept through ultra-high-volume production! Our team features a collaborative and hands-on environment that cultivates engineering excellence and creativity.

Responsibilities

As a iPhone Touch Sensing Electrical Design Engineer you will play a key role in designing, developing, integrating, and launching next-generation touch sensing technologies.

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Hands-on experience in system-level EE design, architecture, characterization and validation.

Fundamental knowledge of physics, analog circuit and signals analysis, circuit design, linear algebra and statistics. Proficiency in Python, MATLAB, SPICE, or similar simulation and modeling tools. BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with sensor design and systems integration. Excellent written and verbal communication skills and solid teamwork. Experience with high-volume mass production is a plus. Attention to detail with proven collaboration and leadership skills. Ability to thrive in ambiguity, independently converge technical issues, and align efforts across teams. MS or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering or related field.

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 $175,000 and $308,500, 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

Apply directly on Apple Jobs at iPhone Touch Sensing Electrical Design Engineer.

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