Display Electrical Hardware Architect / Engineer
Apple
Other Engineering, IT
San Diego, CA, USA
USD 139,500-258,100 / year + Equity
Posted on Jan 14, 2026
We are seeking an engineer to architect next-generation display technologies for Apple products. In this unique role, you will have first-hand access to novel display innovations and will be responsible for designing display subsystems that integrate seamlessly into Apple devices.
You will contribute to the development of groundbreaking display solutions by inventing original concepts that redefine visual performance, power efficiency, and system-level integration. Your work will ensure harmonious interaction among critical display module subsystems, including the panel, touch IC, power supply, timing controller, and row- and column-driver ICs. You will also be responsible for drafting display module electrical engineering specifications. This role demands strong collaboration with cross-functional teams to translate theoretical insights into manufacturable hardware.
- Investigating new technologies for next-generation display products
- Performing detailed engineering analyses of silicon and system requirements
- Designing display architectures and prototypes, including bring-up and validation
- Delivering high-quality electrical hardware architecture specifications for display systems
- Preparing presentations for cross-functional teams and leadership to review designs and development progress
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BS) with a minimum of three years of relevant industry experience
- Experience with electrical engineering fundamentals, including analog, mixed-signal, digital design, and power electronics
- Experience with complex system design and/or analog and mixed-signal circuit design
- Master’s or Ph.D. in a relevant field
- Hands-on laboratory experience, including silicon debugging, IC characterization, and system validation
- Strong mathematical and analytical skills
- Prior knowledge of display and/or touch hardware and technologies
- Prior knowledge of analog and mixed-signal circuit design, including op amps, ADCs, DACs, and power management ICs
- Experience with system modeling and system-level integration
- Expert knowledge of MATLAB, Python, and/or circuit simulation tools
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Strong leadership skills to coordinate efforts across Apple teams and external vendors
- Exceptional attention to detail to ensure error-free designs and rapid time-to-market
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