Job Details

EM Software Technologist

Cupertino, California, United States

Hardware

Summary

Posted: May 29, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200606775

We are looking for a talented engineer or scientist to join our team and contribute to many multifaceted projects we have on hand. The ideal candidate will be inquisitive and hungry for new learnings every day and should have extensive experience with rule-based expert systems and software development and debugging skills. Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Every single day, people do amazing things at Apple. Do you want to impact billions of users by developing an extraordinary product with a prime focus on accuracy, understandability, and performance of the product? You will become part of a hands-on development team that furthers engineering perfection, creativity, and innovation. Dynamic, inspiring people and innovative technologies are the norm here. We want you to join our team if you are a resourceful engineer with the desire to research and develop solutions that do not yet exist. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish.

Description

You’ll collaborate with EMC and other cross-functional teams to streamline the EMC design and testing processes. This involves developing advanced design checking rules and building QA test automation to support top-notch consumer electronics products. Your responsibilities include engaging with EMC and cross-functional teams to specify and develop custom PCB design rule checks, deploying and maintaining software tools on a Linux infrastructure, and developing scripts to automate complex EM simulations. You will also be responsible for designing and maintaining a new framework that enables seamless integration and functionality among multiple DRC tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong C++, Python, and MATLAB background required

• Proficiency with Linux operating system

• Experience in software design and complex algorithms implementation is required.

• MS with 5+ years of working experience in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, EDA, or other related fields is required.

• Strong analytical and critical thinking skills.

• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience with development of expert systems or design rule checkers.

• 10+ years of experience with QA test automation.

• Familiarity with EDA tools development, ODB++, and PCB design is a plus.

• Familiarity with EMC, computational EM, and EM physics is a plus.

• Ability to navigate through ambiguity and break down complex problems into simplified and manageable parts.

• Must be highly motivated and must have excellent organizational skills.

• Ph.D. with 10+ years of working experience in computer science, computer engineering, mathematics, EDA, or other related fields is preferred.

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 $207,800 and $312,200, 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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

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