Job Details

HW Validation Engineering Program Specialist - iPhone

San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States

Hardware

Summary

Posted: Oct 06, 2025

Role Number: 200624657-3401

The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts.

Are you ready to help create the next iconic Apple product? Join the iPhone System Validation Engineering (SysVE) Team, where your passion and innovative spirit will drive the development of groundbreaking consumer products that set new standards of excellence. Our team is collaborative, creative, and deeply passionate about what we do and the products we make.

Come join us!

Description

As an iPhone Validation EPS, you will play a crucial role in the successful execution of our hardware validation cycle. You will lead material procurement, prototype allocation, vendor management, and build readiness activities. You will collaborate with brilliant technical minds to define and successfully build prototype configurations, as well as assist in driving validation schedules.

You possess a passion for technology and a desire to create something truly amazing. You have exceptional communication and interpersonal skills and a proactive approach to problem-solving. You’re an organized individual, a team-player, and a fearless driver who thrives in a fast-paced innovative environment. Key responsibilities at this role include:

Managing iPhone program material allocations across multiple sites and system builds

Documenting and publishing build coverage plan for all electrical BOM subcomponents

Collaborating closely with vendors and cross-functional partners to drive material schedule and availability nominal and process corner parts

Partnering with technical leads to collect engineering requirements and help facilitate communication among stakeholders on validation build input plan, including DOEs

Managing logistics of ordering and tracking parts for early prototyping and engineering builds

Providing technical support to system validation team on lab equipment procurement, internal tools and documentation, project planning, and process improvements

Minimum Qualifications

• BA/BS degree or 3+ years of industry experience

• Proficient in processing of large data sets using tools such as Numbers, MS Excel, etc.

• Knowledge of configuration management and BOM structuring

• Detail oriented and top-notch critical thinking skill-set.

Preferred Qualifications

• Effective in project management and coordination of multiple projects simultaneously

• Knowledgeable with PLM and Agile methodologies

• Experienced with data analysis tools such as Tableau, JMP, etc.

• Understand inventory management requirements

• Ability to adapt and react to resets and changes in a time sensitive environment.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to work with a large cross-functional team

• Proven track record of excellent communication skills (written and verbal)

• Willing to travel if needed

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $118,500 and $244,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more about Apple Benefits. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (Opens in a new window) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://www.apple.com/jobs/pdf/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf) .

Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .

Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .

Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.

It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.