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Hardware System Engineer - iPhone System Technologies - IO interface

Apple, Inc.
Cupertino, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/25/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/25/2026
At Apple, we don't just create products, we create experiences that redefine what's possible. Our people are the driving force behind innovations that have transformed entire industries, and it's the unique perspectives and bold ideas they bring that make it all happen. From groundbreaking technology to our commitment to a more sustainable planet, everything we do is rooted in a desire to leave the world better than we found it. Come be a part of that mission.\\n\\nWe're looking for a passionate and results-driven System Hardware Engineer to join our iPhone Hardware Engineering team and help push the boundaries of what iPhone can do. In this role, you'll be at the forefront of advancing IO interface system technologies, working alongside a talented team of engineers to design, analyze, characterize, and validate critical IO interface features across the iPhone product line. You'll bring a sharp problem-solving mindset and a collaborative spirit to tackle complex hardware architecture challenges and drive system integration solutions from concept to reality.\\n\\nIf you're energized by the idea of shaping the technology that billions of people rely on every day, we'd love to hear from you.

Leading system-level integration of high-speed IO, low-speed IO, and GPIO interfaces across iPhone products.\nOwning schematic reviews and designing sign-off for SOC IO interfaces.\nDriving hands-on bring-up, debugging, testing, and system-level validation of SOC IO interfaces.\nCollaborating with hardware and software teams on system validation, failure analysis (FA), and factory testing.\nContributing across the full product lifecycle, from concept to mass production, solving complex challenges with creativity.\nTraveling internationally to support key development and production milestones, with up to 10% domestic/international travel required.

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Electrical Engineering or Computer Engineering\n3 years of industry experience\nSolid foundation in Electrical Engineering with excellent problem-solving skills\nFamiliarity with IO interface protocols including USB, PCIe, MIPI, UART, JTAG, SPI, I2C, and more.\nHands-on lab experience with IO interface measurement and issue debugging.\nFamiliar with scripting languages such as Python or TCL.

PhD graduate preferred \nPassion for engineering with a track record of initiative, creativity, and innovation.\nExpertise in mobile SOC interface protocols such as USB, PCIe, MIPI, SPI, I2C, GPIO, and debug interfaces\nComprehensive knowledge and experience in IO PHY and controller design, and the implementation on system. \nExperience in mobile platform architecture, system design and IO interface solution analysis.\nStrong communication, presentation and cross-functional collaboration skills.

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