Thermal Management Systems Architect

Apple

Apple

IT
Cupertino, CA, USA
USD 212k-318,400 / year + Equity
Posted on Nov 22, 2025
Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas quickly become products, services, and customer experiences. Bring passion, diligence, and dedication to your job, and there’s no limit to what you can accomplish. The people here have reinvented entire industries through Apple Hardware products. The same focus on innovation that goes into our products also shapes our practices, reinforcing our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. Join us to help deliver the next Apple product. Do you enjoy working on challenges that no one has solved yet? As part of our team, you will have the opportunity to craft products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple customers every day.
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Systems Engineer to contribute to the development of our Thermal Management system. The candidate will be responsible for developing and architecting thermal management systems ensuring efficient utilization of silicon capabilities and the software stack, to achieve the best possible user experience.
  • Developing, testing and evolving the thermal control system architecture deployed in almost every Apple product.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to specify, architect, and develop telemetry.
  • Performing hands-on analysis and troubleshooting in collaboration with a wide range of cross-functional teams including software developers, system, and component teams.
  • Finding significant insights and recommending improvements to thermal control algorithms and architecture by analyzing measured data.
  • BS degree in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Computer Science or related field.
  • Experience with Python, C/C++, Simulink or similar languages and tools.
  • 10+ years relevant industry experience.
  • Knowledge of control systems and theory.
  • Experience with the trade-offs between thermals, power and performance.
  • Innovative and critical thinker with proven analytical skills and innate curiosity.
  • Mathematical expertise in statistical methods and data processing and visualization.
  • Desire to bring data-driven decision-making and analytics to improve our products.
  • General understanding of hardware and software architecture of mobile systems.
  • Understanding of version control principles and familiarity with Git.
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 $212,000 and $318,400, 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.

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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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.