Input device system design engineer
Cupertino, California, United States
Hardware
Apple's Input Devices group is seeking a world-class electrical engineer to develop and ship the next generation of Human-Computer Interaction (HCI) hardware (e.g. mice, trackpads, keyboards, remotes, etc.). This is a hardware design EE position that entails working with cross-functional teams on the design, implementation, integration and qualification of Human Interface Devices.
Description
Major responsibilities include:
- Execution of the design in high volume. Work collaboratively with cross-functional team and drive for results. Assess projects risk/maturity level and perform tasks including characterization and validation across all development builds.
- Apply state of the art sensing and haptic technologies to design next generation human interface devices.
- Authoring of detailed engineering requirements specifications.
- Schematic capture and managing PCB layout design of the electrical system, including power management, micro-controller, wireless communication, sensor integration and component selection.
- Working with and managing suppliers/manufacturing partners including overseas build support.
- Interface with and present to cross functional leaders for project reviews and discussions.
Minimum Qualifications
- EE degree in BS or above
- Working knowledge of board/system level electrical designs with micro-controller & hands-on experience in prototype design, bring-up, debugging, characterization and functional verification.
- Working knowledge of system-level design and familiar with common interfaces: I2C, SPI, JTAG, USB.
- Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- Successful track record of working closely with mechanical engineers and firmware teams.
- Experienced in DC-DC converter design and application (buck and boost).
- Experienced in sensor selection and integration at system level. (Capacitive, optical, resistive, or any type of sensors)
- Experienced in designing high volume, high quality consumer electronic products.
- Experienced in data analysis and scripting languages.
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
Pay & Benefits
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