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Hardware Systems Design & Integration Engineer - AirPods

Cupertino, United States of AmericaFull-time2026-10-21 → 2026-11-10

Core

Senior Technical Lead defining system-level architecture, physical architecture, wireless systems, and custom silicon for AirPods.

Role type

Senior Technical Lead, hands-on IC

Builds

Consumer audio hardware (AirPods)

Domain

Consumer electronics / Wearables

Required skills

System-level electrical architecture, Analog/Digital/Power/Signal Integrity, Embedded systems, High-volume product development, PCB design (rigid/flexible), Cross-functional leadership, Manufacturing test definition, Root cause analysis

Preferred skills

Wearables/hearables design, Technical foresight for new technologies, Autonomous execution in ambiguity

Technologies

Custom silicon, Sensor fusion, Wireless systems

Responsibilities

Define system-level architecture and drive trade-offs for electrical design; Lead prototype bring-up, debug, and system validation; Define manufacturing test requirements and partner with contract manufacturers; Lead multi-disciplinary investigations across electrical, mechanical, and software domains; Mentor peers and raise technical bar; Translate technical trade-offs for cross-functional partners and executives

Seniority

Senior, hands-on IC