Hardware Engineer - Power Analysis and Modeling

World's leading technology company known for innovative consumer electronics, software, and services.
$175,800 - $312,200
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Senior Software Engineer
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5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
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Description For Hardware Engineer - Power Analysis and Modeling

Join Apple's prestigious Hardware team as a Hardware Engineer focusing on Power Analysis and Modeling for the Apple Watch, the world's best-selling smartwatch. This role combines system modeling expertise with hands-on characterization to drive battery life optimization and architectural decisions. You'll be responsible for modeling power consumption of unique Apple Watch features while conducting practical validation through hands-on characterization. Your work will directly influence various teams across Apple, optimizing power consumption while maintaining exceptional user experience.

The position requires a strong background in power management modeling and energy-efficient system design, along with expertise in scripting languages like Python and C++. You'll work with state-of-the-art laboratory equipment for measurements and debugging, applying your technical skills to real-world challenges in wearable technology.

As part of Apple's hardware team, you'll collaborate with cross-functional teams, contributing to internal and external system specifications, and driving critical decisions about system performance. The role offers competitive compensation, including base pay ranging from $175,800 to $312,200, plus additional benefits such as stock options, comprehensive healthcare, and education reimbursement.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about energy efficiency and system optimization to make a significant impact on one of Apple's most innovative products. The position combines technical expertise with strategic thinking, requiring someone who can balance power optimization with user experience enhancement.

Last updated 11 days ago

Responsibilities For Hardware Engineer - Power Analysis and Modeling

  • Generate battery life projections for the team
  • Drive battery life modeling, projections, and optimizations
  • Define, develop, and use tools, scripts for system modeling and analysis
  • Conduct power validation, testing, and characterization
  • Characterize HW and SW feature power vs performance across product releases
  • Analyze characterization results to help drive power optimizations
  • Specify, negotiate, and document system power management & user level behaviors
  • Cross-functional collaboration with module and SW teams
  • Build internal and external system specifications
  • Review & influence system performance decisions

Requirements For Hardware Engineer - Power Analysis and Modeling

Python
  • BS or MS Degree in technical discipline
  • Experience in power management modeling and energy-efficient system design
  • Scripting expertise (Python, C++ proficiency would be a plus)
  • Experience with lab measurements, characterization, debugging
  • Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills
  • Experience in wearable and/or mobile platforms (preferred)

Benefits For Hardware Engineer - Power Analysis and Modeling

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Equity
Education Budget
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Employee stock programs
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discount
  • Education reimbursement
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits

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