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Get Access To All JobsDo you love taking on big challenges that require exceptionally creative solutions? Do you deeply understand how an incredible camera experience should work? As part of our Camera Systems group, you’ll help design the innovative technology that allows each generation of Apple products to produce photos even more incredible than the last. You’ll collaborate with teams across Apple to research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products. Together, we’ll craft a magical photography experience that redefines what millions of customers can expect from their cameras.
Description
The Camera Systems Engineering Group is responsible for the systems-level analysis, design and development of new camera features and technologies for performance enhancement. The team is seeking an exceptional position sensing systems engineer with broad skills to lead product and technology development projects.
Responsibilities
- Define position sensing system architectures, use-case requirements, specifications, and validation criteria and document in Engineering Requirements Specifications.
- Design and model position sensing systems behaviorally to predict performance over nominal, sensitivity, and Monte-Carlo analyses.
- Perform/champion sensing system engineering validation with partner teams.
- Contribute to development, implementation, and maintenance of test and calibration codebase for sensing systems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
B.S. in EE, ECE, Engineering Physics, or similar and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
- Experience with magnetic or optical sensing systems.
- Experience with mixed-signal electronics, and/or signal processing.
- Experience with measurement science, calibration, or physical modeling.
- Experience with Matlab or Python.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in EE, ECE, Engineering Physics, or similar.
- Experience applying systems engineering concepts, first principles, and analysis to connect use-case requirements to system-level requirements to component level requirements.
- Experience with documenting engineering requirements specifications.
- Experience with statistical data analysis tools like JMP for high volume manufacturing data analysis.
- Experience with magneto-static simulations using Finite Element Analysis tools like ANSYS or COMSOL or similar.
- Experience leading projects independently and collaborating, communicating with cross-functional teams.
- Experience implementing behavioral models of sensing system signal chains in tools like Matlab or Python or similar to interrogate performance.
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 $139,500 and $210,100, 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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Do you love taking on big challenges that require exceptionally creative solutions? Do you deeply understand how an incredible camera experience should work? As part of our Camera Systems group, you’ll help design the innovative technology that allows each generation of Apple products to produce photos even more incredible than the last. You’ll collaborate with teams across Apple to research, design, develop, test, and qualify camera hardware for Apple products. Together, we’ll craft a magical photography experience that redefines what millions of customers can expect from their cameras.
Description
The Camera Systems Engineering Group is responsible for the systems-level analysis, design and development of new camera features and technologies for performance enhancement. The team is seeking an exceptional position sensing systems engineer with broad skills to lead product and technology development projects.
Responsibilities
- Define position sensing system architectures, use-case requirements, specifications, and validation criteria and document in Engineering Requirements Specifications.
- Design and model position sensing systems behaviorally to predict performance over nominal, sensitivity, and Monte-Carlo analyses.
- Perform/champion sensing system engineering validation with partner teams.
- Contribute to development, implementation, and maintenance of test and calibration codebase for sensing systems.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
B.S. in EE, ECE, Engineering Physics, or similar and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
- Experience with magnetic or optical sensing systems.
- Experience with mixed-signal electronics, and/or signal processing.
- Experience with measurement science, calibration, or physical modeling.
- Experience with Matlab or Python.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- PhD in EE, ECE, Engineering Physics, or similar.
- Experience applying systems engineering concepts, first principles, and analysis to connect use-case requirements to system-level requirements to component level requirements.
- Experience with documenting engineering requirements specifications.
- Experience with statistical data analysis tools like JMP for high volume manufacturing data analysis.
- Experience with magneto-static simulations using Finite Element Analysis tools like ANSYS or COMSOL or similar.
- Experience leading projects independently and collaborating, communicating with cross-functional teams.
- Experience implementing behavioral models of sensing system signal chains in tools like Matlab or Python or similar to interrogate performance.
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 $139,500 and $210,100, 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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Align your background to Apple Silicon workflows
Apple's Systems Engineer roles increasingly center on custom silicon, embedded firmware, and hardware-software co-design. Tailor your resume to reflect experience with SoC validation, low-level debugging, or platform bring-up to match what Apple's recruiting team screens for.
Understand which visa fits your situation
Apple sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, and H-1B1 visas depending on your nationality. Australians and Canadians often move faster through non-lottery pathways. Confirm your eligibility before applying so you can flag the right visa category in early recruiter conversations.
Target teams posting hardware validation roles
Apple's Systems Engineer openings are distributed across silicon, reliability, and product teams. Roles on the Hardware Engineering and Platform Architecture teams historically require specialty occupation degrees in electrical engineering or computer engineering, which strengthens H-1B specialty occupation arguments during USCIS adjudication.
Front-load your OPT timeline around Apple's hiring cycle
Apple typically recruits for full-time engineering roles on a rolling basis with peaks in late summer and early fall. If you're on F-1 OPT, account for the time between offer acceptance and your OPT expiration date before your employer needs to file an H-1B cap-subject petition.
Use Migrate Mate to filter sponsorship-verified Systems Engineer roles
Not every Apple Systems Engineer posting will proceed to visa sponsorship. Search Migrate Mate to surface roles where Apple has an active sponsorship track record for this function, so you're applying where your visa situation is already accounted for.
Prepare your degree equivalency documentation early
Apple's hardware and systems roles require a directly related degree under DOL specialty occupation standards. If your credential is from a non-U.S. institution or a three-year program, get a credential evaluation completed before your offer stage so it doesn't delay your I-129 filing.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Apple sponsor H-1B visas for Systems Engineers?
Yes, Apple sponsors H-1B visas for Systems Engineer roles. These positions typically qualify as specialty occupations under USCIS criteria because they require a bachelor's degree or higher in a directly related field such as electrical engineering, computer engineering, or computer science. Apple files both cap-subject petitions and cap-exempt petitions depending on the applicant's situation, and uses premium processing in time-sensitive cases.
How do I apply for Systems Engineer jobs at Apple?
Apply directly through Apple's careers portal at jobs.apple.com, filtering by 'Systems Engineer' and your preferred location. Each posting lists the team and technical scope, which helps you tailor your application to the right function. You can also browse Systems Engineer openings at Apple filtered by visa sponsorship eligibility on Migrate Mate, which makes it easier to identify roles where sponsorship is actively supported.
Which visa types does Apple commonly use for Systems Engineer roles?
Apple supports several visa categories for Systems Engineers depending on your nationality and status. H-1B is the most common for employer-sponsored work authorization. Australian citizens can pursue the E-3 visa, which has no lottery. Canadian and Mexican nationals may qualify for TN visa status under the USMCA. F-1 OPT and CPT are also supported for students transitioning from academic programs. Green Card sponsorship through EB-2 or EB-3 is available for longer-term employees.
What qualifications does Apple expect for Systems Engineer roles?
Apple's Systems Engineer roles typically require a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, computer science, or a closely related field. Many postings prefer candidates with hands-on experience in hardware-software integration, embedded systems, silicon validation, or platform bring-up. Graduate degrees are common among candidates hired onto hardware architecture and silicon teams. Relevant internship or industry experience in semiconductor or consumer electronics environments strengthens your profile significantly.
How do I think about timing if I'm waiting on H-1B lottery results?
The H-1B cap registration window opens in March each year, with selections announced shortly after. If you receive an offer from Apple contingent on H-1B approval, your employment can begin no earlier than October 1 of that fiscal year. Apple can extend F-1 OPT through the cap-gap provision if your OPT expires between April and September. If you're not selected in the lottery, ask your recruiter whether you qualify for a non-lottery pathway such as E-3 or TN.