Power Control Systems Architect - Platform Architecture

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Description We are seeking a Power Control Systems Architect to lead the development of next-generation power control systems. You will be responsible for designing and evolving the power control architecture deployed across Apple products to extend battery life and improve user experience while meeting device power and thermal constraints across multiple timescales. This work involves collecting and analyzing performance/power data from real-world workloads, applying advanced control theory and estimation techniques to multi-timescale constraint problems, exploring data-driven and predictive approaches to power allocation, cooperating with systems and software teams to characterize and analyze power/performance profiles, and evaluating power control algorithms based on the resulting insights.

Responsibilities Define and evolve the multi-year architecture for power control systems across Apple's product lines

Design and specify control algorithms — classical, modern, and data-driven — for battery, thermal, and performance constraints operating across multiple timescales

Guide algorithm implementation from concept through embedded deployment, partnering with firmware and systems teams

Analyze real-world performance/power data to identify architecture and algorithm improvements, including opportunities for predictive, machine-learning-informed power allocation

Review and approve control system designs across the power control system domain

Mentor engineers and help set technical direction for the power control systems team

Minimum Qualifications BS degree

Experience with one or more of the following programing languages: Matlab/Simulink, C/C++, Bash and/or Python

Experience with control system design in one or more of the following areas: Classical Control Theory, Modern Control Theory, System Identification, Estimation Theory, Signal Processing, or multi-timescale constraint handling

Preferred Qualifications MS or PhD in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science or equivalent

20+ years of relevant industry experience

Experience implementing control systems in embedded microcontroller environments

Experience applying data-driven or machine-learning approaches to power allocation, predictive analytics, or constraint prediction

Experience with multi-timescale or hierarchical constraint-handling techniques in real-time control systems

Innovative and critical system-level thinker with control system design and debug skills

Desire to bring data-driven decision-making and analytics to improve our products

Professional and collaborative with interpersonal communication skills

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 $216,200 and $324,800, 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. 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 At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Learn about accessibility in Apple's workplace Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.