AirPods Analog Systems Engineer, Power

Apple, Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 278,000; Full time

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Job summary

Apple, Inc. in Cupertino, CA seeks an Analog Systems Engineer to own the end-to-end development of power and battery management subsystems and drive architectures from concept to mass production.

You will work with silicon vendors on PMICs, charger ICs, and subsystem integration, performing simulations and hands-on debugging to ensure scalable, reliable deployment.

Qualifications

• BS/MS EE or equivalent degree.
• 2+ years in analog/mixed-signal hardware design.
• Familiar with PMIC, DC-DC, LDO, batteries and sensors.
• Strong analysis, tolerance analysis and simulations.
• Experience bench testing and HW/FW integration.

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end development of power and battery management subsystems.
• Define subsystem architecture through trade studies and simulations.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and vendors for PMICs and charger ICs.
• Author hardware specifications and support prototyping.
• Perform hands-on hardware and firmware debug to enable mass production.

Skills

Analog/mixed-signal design

Power electronics

Bench testing and debugging

Hardware-software collaboration

Communication skills

Education

BS/MS EE or equivalent

Tools

SPICE simulations

Matlab

Python

Oscilloscope

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

The AirPods team is seeking an Analog Systems Engineer to help drive the design, development, and delivery of our next-generation products. As the power and battery management expert, you will sit at the center of cross-functional collaboration and technical decision-making. You will shape the fundamental power architectures that enable future audio experiences, guiding these critical subsystems from early concept through to final mass production.

Description

In this role, you will own and assist with the end-to-end development of power and battery management subsystems. You will establish the subsystem architecture by performing tradeoff studies, tolerance analysis, simulations for power and signal integrity, and system modeling. Working closely with various cross-functional teams, you will guide component selection, assist with schematic and layout reviews, provide guidance on subsystem HW/FW integration, and define system specifications.Beyond internal collaboration, you will partner directly with silicon vendors to drive the development, bring-up, and characterization of new PMICs and charger ICs. As designs mature, you will author hardware specifications, evaluate vendor datasheets, and support engineering prototyping. Throughout the development cycle, you will execute hands‑on hardware and firmware debug, ultimately driving silicon, system, and manufacturing validation to ensure these subsystems scale successfully and reliably from engineering builds into mass production.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/MS EE or equivalent
• 2+ years of experience in analog/mixed-signal hardware design
• Deep understanding of various power mixed-signal building blocks: PMIC, DC-DC switching converter, LDO, charger, battery, PCM, ADC/DAC, temperature sensor, LED driver, ultra-low power design
• Strong analog/mixed-signal analysis: tolerance analysis, simulations for power and signal integrity, timing sequencing, spec compliance, system modeling
• Proficient in bench testing and equipment usage (oscilloscope, power supplies, electronic loads, DMM, etc.) for silicon and system validation
• Excellent interpersonal and presentation skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to drive alignment across hardware, firmware, and silicon teams

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leveraging AI tools and automation to accelerate design analysis, simulation, hardware characterization, and validation workflows
• Experience with scripting languages such as Matlab and Python
• Familiarity with SPICE-based simulation tools
• Familiarity with digital interfaces such as I2C, SPI, UART, etc.
• Familiarity with the development process of new silicon

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 $277,600, 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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