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Sensing & Imaging FPGA Engineer

Apple· Hardware
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Hybrid (San Francisco Bay Area, CA)$129.3k - $225.3kFull-timePosted 2mo ago

About the role

FPGA Design Engineer on the Imaging and Sensing Incubation team to develop FPGA-based platforms for multi-sensor data paths (cameras, IMUs, magnetometers, accelerometers, microphones, ambient light sensors) and enable Apple Intelligence capabilities. Role encompasses architecture through hardware bring-up, lab work, and cross-functional collaboration to influence hardware, algorithm, and system design decisions for future Apple products.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with system architecture, EE, algorithm, software and PM teams to define requirements, understand performance goals, and execute projects
  • Contribute to system architecture and micro-architecture; own RTL coding, IP selection, IP evaluation, IP integration, FPGA synthesis, place & route, timing closure, verification, and hardware bring-up
  • Develop and maintain test benches to verify HDL code for functional correctness and performance
  • Create and execute plans to bring-up, debug, and validate designs
  • Develop FPGA-based processing for camera and multi-sensor data paths supporting real-time image, and DSP
  • Document FPGA architecture and communicate technical concepts to cross-functional partners and leadership
  • Explore emerging sensor technologies and contribute to technology roadmaps for future Apple products

Qualifications

  • Proficiency with FPGA design tools such as Vivado, Lattice Radiant, design constraints, familiarity with AMD (Xilinx) and Lattice FPGA technologies
  • Strong System Verilog or Verilog RTL design skills
  • Experience with communication interfaces and protocols (I2C, SPI, UART, USB, MIPI, DP, high-speed serial interfaces)
  • Troubleshooting and analytical skills using lab equipment including oscilloscopes, logic analyzers, ChipScope, and Reveal
  • Minimum requirement of a bachelors degree
  • Experience with image/signal processing implementation in FPGA (ISP pipelines, filtering, frame buffering)
  • Understanding of low-level software (firmware and/or drivers in C or C++) and Python/Tcl for automation and test
  • Good understanding of CDC and FPGA timing constraints
  • CI/CD for FPGA builds, version control best practices, and regression testing methodologies
  • AI-assisted coding and design experience
  • Good judgment and understanding of system-level impact of design choices
  • Strong communication and cross-team collaboration skills
  • Passionate about learning and working in a fast-paced incubation environment
  • MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or related field with FPGA design experience delivering FPGAs from concept to implementation

Skills

Required:RTL design (SystemVerilog/Verilog)FPGA toolchain (Vivado, Lattice Radiant)IP integration and verificationHDL test benchesInterfaces (I2C, SPI, UART, USB, MIPI, DP)
Nice to have:Image/signal processing in FPGAFirmware/driver development (C/C++)Python/Tcl for automation

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • A range of discounted products and free services
  • Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
  • Discretionary bonuses or commission payments may be available
  • Relocation assistance may be eligible
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan participation and discretionary stock programs
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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