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Embedded Systems Engineer roles qualify for E-3 visa sponsorship as specialty occupations requiring a bachelor's degree in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a closely related field. The E-3 has no lottery and no annual cap, making it a reliable path for Australian professionals pursuing U.S. firmware, hardware, or real-time systems work.
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The Applied Sensing & Health team develops software that powers the next generation of fitness, safety, and health experiences. We transform complex, multi-modal sensor data from the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods into meaningful and elegant insights about our users' health, wellbeing, and safety. By combining advanced machine learning—including the integration and tuning of foundation models—with domain knowledge and scientific research, we have delivered impactful features like Cardio Fitness, Journaling Suggestions, Fall and Crash Detection, and Walking Steadiness. As a dynamic and highly multi-disciplinary team working at the intersection of research and product development, you will have the opportunity to build the next generation of sensing-based features that will motivate, inform, and inspire millions of Apple's customers every single day.
Description
You will help ship high-quality, interactive Health, Fitness, and Safety features that impact millions of Apple Watch, iPhone, and AirPods users. You have a deep sense of ownership and feel a personal stake in the products you ship. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity in early-stage development, demonstrate initiative, and work well under tight deadlines. You build strong, collaborative relationships with others and are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement for yourself, your team, and our products.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will implement and ship interactive software features and algorithms that impact millions of users on a daily basis. You will be responsible for optimizing software implementations for power, memory, and performance, especially within the constraints of embedded, low-power systems. Operating at the intersection of software, data engineering, and machine learning, you will collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, QA, and project managers throughout the software lifecycle.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's in Computer Science, EECS, or equivalent experience.
Developed C/C++, ObjC or Swift code for a shipping product or a peer reviewed environment.
Background in developing, debugging and optimizing algorithms for low-power embedded systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters or PhD in Computer Science, EECS, machine-learning or equivalent experience.
2+ years of technical experience in an industry setting.
Background in developing deep learning, foundation, and/or generative AI models for multiple data modalities (time series, images, language, etc.).
Experience collaborating in small teams.
Excellent interpersonal skills and communication (written and verbal).
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 $171,600 and $258,100, 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.
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.

The Applied Sensing & Health team develops software that powers the next generation of fitness, safety, and health experiences. We transform complex, multi-modal sensor data from the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods into meaningful and elegant insights about our users' health, wellbeing, and safety. By combining advanced machine learning—including the integration and tuning of foundation models—with domain knowledge and scientific research, we have delivered impactful features like Cardio Fitness, Journaling Suggestions, Fall and Crash Detection, and Walking Steadiness. As a dynamic and highly multi-disciplinary team working at the intersection of research and product development, you will have the opportunity to build the next generation of sensing-based features that will motivate, inform, and inspire millions of Apple's customers every single day.
Description
You will help ship high-quality, interactive Health, Fitness, and Safety features that impact millions of Apple Watch, iPhone, and AirPods users. You have a deep sense of ownership and feel a personal stake in the products you ship. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity in early-stage development, demonstrate initiative, and work well under tight deadlines. You build strong, collaborative relationships with others and are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement for yourself, your team, and our products.
Responsibilities
In this role, you will implement and ship interactive software features and algorithms that impact millions of users on a daily basis. You will be responsible for optimizing software implementations for power, memory, and performance, especially within the constraints of embedded, low-power systems. Operating at the intersection of software, data engineering, and machine learning, you will collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, QA, and project managers throughout the software lifecycle.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's in Computer Science, EECS, or equivalent experience.
Developed C/C++, ObjC or Swift code for a shipping product or a peer reviewed environment.
Background in developing, debugging and optimizing algorithms for low-power embedded systems.
Preferred Qualifications
Masters or PhD in Computer Science, EECS, machine-learning or equivalent experience.
2+ years of technical experience in an industry setting.
Background in developing deep learning, foundation, and/or generative AI models for multiple data modalities (time series, images, language, etc.).
Experience collaborating in small teams.
Excellent interpersonal skills and communication (written and verbal).
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 $171,600 and $258,100, 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.
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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Translate your Australian credentials for U.S. employers
A three-year Australian engineering degree is generally accepted as equivalent to a four-year U.S. bachelor's degree for E-3 purposes, but include a credential evaluation in your application materials so hiring managers can confirm specialty occupation eligibility without delay.
Target employers with active DOL LCA filings
Search the DOL's Office of Foreign Labor Certification disclosure data for LCA filings under job titles like Embedded Software Engineer or Firmware Engineer. Companies that have filed before understand the E-3 process and are far less likely to stall during the sponsorship conversation.
Frame your job offer around specialty occupation language
Your offer letter must describe duties that require a specific engineering degree, not just any bachelor's degree. Firmware development, RTOS design, or hardware-software integration language signals specialty occupation more clearly than a generic software engineer title.
Get your LCA and visa paperwork filed through Migrate Mate
Once you have an offer, the employer must file a Labor Condition Application with DOL before your visa application can proceed. Use Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service to handle your LCA and visa paperwork so the process moves without gaps between offer and consulate appointment.
Confirm your employer does not need PERM
The E-3 does not require PERM labor certification, unlike many immigrant visa pathways. If an employer's HR team confuses the E-3 process with an employment-based green card process and quotes PERM timelines, clarify the distinction early to avoid unnecessary delays.
Plan your consulate timing around your current status
If you're already in the U.S. on another visa, you can apply for a new E-3 at a consulate in Australia or a third country. Book your consulate appointment only after USCIS has certified your LCA, since you'll need the certified document at the interview.
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Where can I find Embedded Systems Engineer jobs with E-3 visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Australian professionals searching for U.S. roles with E-3 sponsorship. You can filter by job title, location, and sponsorship history to find employers actively hiring for embedded systems and firmware roles. Generic job boards don't filter for E-3 sponsorship willingness, which makes the search far less efficient.
How much does it cost to get an E-3 visa?
Migrate Mate's E-3 filing service covers the entire process for $499, including the Labor Condition Application, visa document preparation, and consulate appointment guidance. Traditional immigration lawyers charge $2,000–$5,000+ for the same work. The E-3 has less paperwork than most work visas, so paying thousands for legal help is usually unnecessary.
Does an Embedded Systems Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for the E-3?
Yes, provided the position genuinely requires a bachelor's degree or higher in electrical engineering, computer engineering, or a directly related discipline. Roles involving RTOS development, hardware-software integration, or low-level firmware work typically meet this standard. Roles described as requiring any engineering degree, or no specific field, can raise issues at the consulate, so the offer letter wording matters.
How does the E-3 visa compare to the H-1B for Embedded Systems Engineers?
The E-3 has a dedicated annual allocation of 10,500 visas for Australian nationals and has never been oversubscribed, so there is no lottery. The H-1B requires entering a randomised lottery capped at 85,000, with selection rates well below 50% in recent years. For Australian engineers, the E-3 is a more predictable and repeatable path, renewable in two-year increments without restarting a queue.
Can I change employers while on an E-3 as an Embedded Systems Engineer?
Yes, but you need a new LCA certified by DOL and a new visa stamp for the incoming employer before you start work. There is no portability rule for the E-3 equivalent to the H-1B's AC21 provisions. If you're changing roles within the U.S., your current E-3 status does not automatically transfer, so start the new employer's filing process before your current employment ends.
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