Controls Engineer Jobs at Apple with Visa Sponsorship
Controls Engineer roles at Apple sit at the intersection of precision manufacturing and advanced automation, spanning process control systems, equipment qualification, and factory technology for products like iPhone and Mac. Apple sponsors multiple visa categories for this function, making it a realistic target for international engineers with the right technical background.
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Description
Platform Architecture is looking for a Performance Control Software Engineer to measure, analyze and control the relationship between power and performance in Apple’s most advanced systems. In this position, you will study the execution of workloads on Apple silicon across all Apple platforms and leverage that understanding to invent new operating system performance control features. You will design and conduct performance experiments, create instrumentation and data visualizations, prototype innovative in-kernel performance control algorithms, collaborate with teams ranging from the core operating system through user-facing applications, and productize the software that controls the performance of every workload executed on hundreds of millions of Apple products around the world.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the design, prototyping, implementation and code review of kernel features related to performance control, power management and scheduling.
- Design and conduct experiments to characterize execution efficiency and the effects of physical constraints such as temperature or power delivery.
- Use excellent empirical methodology to illuminate power-performance tradeoffs.
- Influence a broad cross-functional audience spanning processor architecture, silicon engineering, system integration, OS development and application software performance evaluation.
- Find opportunities to improve the measurement and control capabilities of Apple silicon.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering or similar engineering degree.
- Experience with operating system design and implementation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
- MS in Computer Science or Electrical and Computer Engineering or similar engineering degree.
- Kernel software development experience in C or C++.
- Knowledge of computer architecture and hardware performance monitoring instrumentation.
- Userland software development experience in environments such as C, C++, Swift or Python.
Pay & 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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.
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.
Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish! The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it. Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product! Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? As a member of our multifaceted group, you will have the unique and phenomenal opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple's customers every single day.
Description
Platform Architecture is looking for a Performance Control Software Engineer to measure, analyze and control the relationship between power and performance in Apple’s most advanced systems. In this position, you will study the execution of workloads on Apple silicon across all Apple platforms and leverage that understanding to invent new operating system performance control features. You will design and conduct performance experiments, create instrumentation and data visualizations, prototype innovative in-kernel performance control algorithms, collaborate with teams ranging from the core operating system through user-facing applications, and productize the software that controls the performance of every workload executed on hundreds of millions of Apple products around the world.
Responsibilities
- Participate in the design, prototyping, implementation and code review of kernel features related to performance control, power management and scheduling.
- Design and conduct experiments to characterize execution efficiency and the effects of physical constraints such as temperature or power delivery.
- Use excellent empirical methodology to illuminate power-performance tradeoffs.
- Influence a broad cross-functional audience spanning processor architecture, silicon engineering, system integration, OS development and application software performance evaluation.
- Find opportunities to improve the measurement and control capabilities of Apple silicon.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering or similar engineering degree.
- Experience with operating system design and implementation.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
- MS in Computer Science or Electrical and Computer Engineering or similar engineering degree.
- Kernel software development experience in C or C++.
- Knowledge of computer architecture and hardware performance monitoring instrumentation.
- Userland software development experience in environments such as C, C++, Swift or Python.
Pay & 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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.
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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Build credentials around process control systems
Apple's Controls Engineers typically work with PLCs, SCADA systems, and equipment automation in high-volume manufacturing environments. Certifications in Siemens or Allen-Bradley platforms and hands-on experience with statistical process control strengthen your profile against other candidates.
Target Apple's NPI and manufacturing engineering teams
Apple hires Controls Engineers primarily through its New Product Introduction and operations groups. Roles tied to product launch cycles at sites like Austin or Cupertino open more frequently and carry stronger sponsorship precedent than general facilities engineering postings.
Get your degree equivalency assessed before applying
Apple's Controls Engineer roles require a bachelor's in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering. If your degree is from outside the U.S., get a credential evaluation through a NACES-accredited service before your offer stage so USCIS or the consular officer doesn't flag a gap.
Use Migrate Mate to filter verified Controls Engineer openings
Not every Apple engineering listing includes sponsorship details upfront. Use Migrate Mate to filter Controls Engineer roles at Apple that are confirmed open to visa sponsorship, so you apply to the right postings from the start.
Clarify the LCA wage level during offer negotiation
Apple files Labor Condition Applications with DOL before your H-1B or E-3 petition can proceed. The wage level on your LCA must match your actual role scope, so confirm your job duties align with the posted position description before your offer letter is finalized.
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Find Controls Engineer at Apple JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Apple sponsor H-1B visas for Controls Engineers?
Yes, Apple sponsors H-1B visas for Controls Engineer roles. Because H-1B is subject to an annual lottery with an April registration window, your offer timing matters. Apple's legal team typically initiates the petition process well in advance of the October 1 start date, so expect a detailed onboarding timeline from HR once your offer is signed.
How do I apply for Controls Engineer jobs at Apple?
Apply through Apple's careers portal at jobs.apple.com, filtering by engineering and manufacturing operations. Tailor your resume to reflect specific control system platforms, equipment qualification experience, and any exposure to high-volume consumer electronics production. You can also browse confirmed visa-sponsoring Controls Engineer openings at Apple on Migrate Mate before applying directly through Apple's site.
Which visa types does Apple commonly use for Controls Engineers?
Apple sponsors H-1B for most international Controls Engineers, along with E-3 for Australian citizens and TN for Canadian and Mexican nationals. For candidates transitioning from university programs, Apple also supports F-1 OPT and CPT. Longer-term, Apple files PERM labor certifications to support Green Card sponsorship through the EB-2 and EB-3 employment-based categories.
What qualifications does Apple expect for Controls Engineer roles?
Apple typically requires a bachelor's degree in electrical, mechanical, or mechatronics engineering, with hands-on experience in PLC programming, motion control, or equipment automation. Familiarity with manufacturing execution systems and statistical process control is common across postings. Roles tied to New Product Introduction often require experience working within tight product launch cycles, where process qualification speed is critical.
How do I time my application around the H-1B cap season?
H-1B registration opens each March for an October 1 start date, meaning you need a signed offer before your employer can register you. If you're on F-1 OPT with a STEM extension, you have up to 36 months of work authorization, giving you more runway to secure an offer before cap season. If you miss the lottery, Apple can re-register you the following year while you remain on OPT.
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