Watch Systems Architect

Benefits

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Not verified checked Jun 13, 2026

Salary

$181K-$318K From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

401(k) match

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Market context

U.S. role benchmark (BLS OEWS)

$116,543 U.S. median for this role

Projected growth (BLS Employment Projections)

+9.8% - Much faster than average

114% above the BLS role benchmark for software engineering aggregate.

Matched to SOC 15-1252 - Software Engineering aggregate by role bucket.

Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, OEWS, May 2024 and Employment Projections, 2024-2034.

Role

Role function

Engineering From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Seniority

Staff Plus From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Schedule

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Company

Company stage

Public-company From the posting source checked Jun 20, 2026

Equity

Offered Verified - SEC 10-K source checked Jun 20, 2026

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About this role

Watch Systems Architect Cupertino, United States of America The Watch Systems Architecture team is seeking a hands-on engineer to help shape the future of wearable technology. As a key member of our team, you'll support the development of next-generation products through a combination of architecture work, prototyping, analysis, and technical validation. You'll have the opportunity to dive deep into system-level challenges, work closely with architects and engineers across various disciplines, and contribute to a product that impacts millions of users worldwide. We are looking for a candidate with a strong foundation in Electrical and/or Computer Engineering, experience with system design and validation, and a passion for technical problem-solving. The ideal candidate will thrive in a collaborative environment and demonstrate the ability to translate system requirements into practical implementations, simulations, and test plans. System Design & Analysis: Contribute to the architecture and design of Watch systems, working alongside senior architects to define specifications and evaluate design trade-offs. Develop simulations and analytical models to predict system behavior and validate design decisions. Particular emphasis is paid to power consumption, and conversion, Definition of PMIC (Power Management IC) and peak power management. Technical Validation & Characterization: Build prototypes and develop test plans to validate new features and system improvements. Conduct measurements and analyses to characterize performance, identify optimization opportunities, and ensure robust system operation. Data Analysis & Modeling: Create and maintain analysis scripts and tools to process measurement data, generate insights, and support design decisions. Develop simulation models to explore design spaces and predict

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