Display Electrical Hardware Architect / Engineer

Summary

Posted: Jan 22, 2025

Role Number:200587759

Apple display engineering organization is looking for a display electrical hardware architect to work on the next generation display electronics and technologies as well as their interactions with other subsystems such as touch, audio, antenna, etc. In this role you will be architecting display sub-systems that seamlessly integrate into beautiful Apple products. Strong collaboration and interaction with cross-functional teams offer an incredible opportunity to extend technical depth and breadth as well as learning from world-class authorities in multiple disciplines spanning from EE to system, silicon, panel, mechanical, manufacturing, optical, etc. Your work will have high visibility across the company and strong influence on product definition.

Description

Be energetic, creative and self-driven engineer with very strong analytical skills and a real passion for crafting and innovation. Envision novel ideas, concepts and/or applications that will propel our displays to new levels of quality and power efficiency that have never been done before and allow more efficient integration into system considering coexistence with other subsystems such as touch, audio, antenna, etc. Perform detailed technical analysis and work with interdisciplinary teams to bridge technology gap between theory and implementable hardware, develop test & methodology specifications for both pre and post silicon tape-out. Establish performance metrics and requirements through careful use of theory, models and experiments across devices, circuits, and human perception. Define display electrical hardware architecture including but not limited to system and panel interfaces, silicon partitioning and definition, integration with other subsystems, power on/off sequencing, display timing, connectivity and communication flows between ICs, and programmables. Analyze trade-offs between performance, manufacturability and cost. Deliver high-quality and thorough documentation for specifications and prepare presentations for cross-functional teams and executives that concisely and effectively convey key messages and big picture. Explore new display technologies from electrical architecture, integration and feasibility standpoints.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
• Experience with EE fundamentals (analog/mixed-signal/digital design, power electronics, etc)
• Experience with complex system design and/or analog/mixed-signal circuit design

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong math and analytical skills
• Prior knowledge in display and/or touch hardware and technologies
• Prior knowledge in OLED displays
• Previous experience in system modeling and integration
• Expert knowledge in Matlab and/or circuit simulation tools
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Good leadership skills to lead multiple Apple and vendor efforts
• Attention to project detail and task tracking to ensure error-free and short time to market products

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.

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

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