Laser Component Engineer

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, is seeking a Laser Engineer to lead laser component development for Face ID and LIDAR applications. You will transform design concepts into mass‑production ready laser devices and collaborate across internal teams and with external vendors.

This role requires a strong background in physics or electrical engineering, experience with epitaxy of III‑V devices, and hands‑on data analysis, process integration, and problem solving in a cross‑functional environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in physics, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline.
• Experience in epitaxy (EPI) processes.
• Experience working on several projects transferred from engineering development phase to high-volume production.

Responsibilities

• Design next-gen laser components and define Engineering Requirement Specs (ERS). Establish spec correlation between laser components and module/system levels.
• Collaborate with laser component vendors to design robust process integration flow and key steps for next‑gen laser products.
• Improve device performance and yield during engineering development phase with internal and external teams.
• Lead efforts to solve reliability and performance issues observed on module/system level during development.
• Review laser device yield and performance data and provide approvals for engineering samples.
• Provide regular updates to internal cross-functional teams about performance, yield and MP readiness during development.
• Drive vendors to develop key process technologies beneficial to Apple’s laser roadmap.
• Explore and develop new laser device technologies with internal teams and external vendors.

Skills

Data analysis

Scripting

Communication

Teamwork

Education

Bachelor’s degree in physics, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline

MS/PhD in physics, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline

Tools

JMP

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

Why Apple?We live in a mobile and device-driven world where knowledge of the physical world around us is needed. We rely on this knowledge to get around, to learn about our environment, and to enable spectacular new features for custom applications. Apple is meeting those needs as robustly and as creatively as possible and is interested in people who want to help meet that commitment. The success we are striving for will be the result of very skilled people working in an environment which cultivates creativity, partnership, and thinking of old problems in new ways. If that sounds like the kind of environment that you find intriguing, then let's talk.These elements come together to make Apple an amazing environment for motivated people to do the greatest work of their lives. You will become part of a team that sets the standard in fostering excellence, creativity, and innovation. Will you help us design the next generation of revolutionary Apple products?The Laser Engineering Team in Camera Semiconductor Devices (CSD) team is responsible for all research, design, development, test, and qualification of core laser technologies being used in Face ID and LIDAR scanner for Apple products. As a key member of the Laser Engineering Team, you will be responsible for leading the laser component development by transforming the laser design concept into laser products ready for high-volume mass production.

Description

The Laser Engineering Team in Camera Semiconductor Devices (CSD) team is responsible for all research, design, development, test, and qualification of core laser technologies being used in Face ID and LIDAR scanner for Apple products. As a key member of the Laser Engineering Team, you will be responsible for leading the laser component development by transforming the laser design concept into laser products ready for high-volume mass production.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with internal R&D teams to design next-gen laser components and define Engineering Requirement Specs (ERS). Establish the spec correlation between laser component level and module/system level
• Drive and work closely with laser component vendors to design robust process integration flow and develop the key process steps for next-generation laser products
• Drive and work closely with laser component vendors to improve the device performance and yield during engineering development phase
• Lead the efforts in solving reliability and performance issues related to laser components observed on module/system level during engineering development phase by working closely with internal and external teams
• Review the laser device yield and performance data provided by vendors and provide approvals for engineering sample shipments
• Provide regular update to internal x-functional team about performance, yield and MP readiness laser component during development phase
• Drive laser vendors to develop key process technologies that are beneficial to Apple internal laser device technology roadmap
• Explore and develop new laser device technologies in Apple technology roadmap by working with internal laser product definition team and external vendors

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in physics, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline
• Experience in epitaxy (EPI) processes
• Experience working on several projects transferred from engineering development phase to high-volume production.

Preferred Qualifications

• MS/PhD in physics, electrical engineering, or a similar discipline.
• 3+ years of industry experience on device design, fab process, or process integration experience for III-V optoelectronics devices such as VCSEL, LEDs, edge-emitting lasers, photonic-crystal surface emitting lasers (PCSEL).
• Epitaxy (Epi) growth background on III-V optoelectronics devices is a strong plus.
• Excellent data analysis and problem-solving skills.
• Strong product engineering experience such as data analysis (JMP) and writing scripts for data inquiry is strongly preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and strong team spirit.
• Ability to work closely with others in a very cross-functional team environment.

Compensation and 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. 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

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• retirement benefits
• a range of discounted products and free services
• reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
• Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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

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Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.