Apple
Systems Architect
$185K–$325K
Cupertino, California · Full-time · Posted Aug 18, 2026
- Experience
- 10 years of interdisciplinary engineering expertise and 5 years developing consumer products from concept to production as a system integrator.
- Education
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering or similar field.
About the job
Leads system architecture and technical roadmaps for accessories and features that integrate with Apple devices, from concept through product launch.
What you'll do
- Design and launch accessories and features with multidisciplinary teams, translating user experiences into enabling technologies and requirements.
- Evaluate architectural options and engineering trade-offs, then recommend solutions aligned with product goals.
- Develop end-to-end product solutions and shepherd system features from concept to execution.
What they ask for
- Bachelor’s degree in electrical or computer engineering or a similar field.
- 10 years of interdisciplinary engineering expertise related to consumer electronics or embedded systems.
- 5 years developing consumer products from concept to production as a system integrator.
- Strong understanding of hardware/software interaction and mechanical constraints; ability to develop system-level requirements and specifications.
Nice to have
- Master’s degree in electrical or computer engineering or a similar field.
- Experience with SoC architecture, low-power design, hardware/software interfaces, bus protocols, and wireless interfaces.
Pay
$184,700 and $324,800 USD base salary
Tools
SoC, USB, I2C, Bluetooth/BLE, NFC, Wi-Fi, Thread
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