Hardware Engineer - Power Analysis and Modeling

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Description For Hardware Engineer - Power Analysis and Modeling

Join Apple's innovative Hardware Engineering team as a Power Analysis and Modeling Engineer for the Apple Watch team. This role combines system modeling expertise with hands-on characterization to drive battery life optimization for the world's best-selling smartwatch. You'll be responsible for developing and maintaining sophisticated power consumption models, conducting detailed analysis, and collaborating across teams to optimize power efficiency while maintaining exceptional user experience.

Your work will directly influence the architectural decisions and performance of Apple Watch through advanced system modeling and empirical data collection. You'll use your technical expertise in power management, scripting, and system design to create accurate battery life projections and drive critical optimizations. The role requires both analytical thinking and practical lab experience, as you'll be validating features through hands-on characterization while developing models to predict and improve power consumption.

Working at Apple, you'll be part of a team that values curiosity, creativity, and collaborative problem-solving. You'll have access to cutting-edge technology and work alongside talented engineers who are passionate about creating products that impact millions of users. The position offers competitive compensation, including base pay, stock options, and comprehensive benefits, reflecting Apple's commitment to attracting and retaining top talent.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone who combines strong technical skills with a passion for energy-efficient system design and wants to make a meaningful impact on one of Apple's most innovative products. You'll be at the forefront of wearable technology, helping to push the boundaries of what's possible in terms of battery life and performance in compact, sophisticated devices.

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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
  • Educational reimbursement
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan with discount
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits

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