Solution Architect - Customer Success

Role Number: 200638312Team: HardwareLocation: AustinWeekly Hours: 40Posted: 2026-09-01SummaryDoes shaping the future of Apple products and influencing how millions of customers experience innovation every day sound exciting?We are the Hardware Engineering Ops ECAD Customer Success Team, and we work hand in hand with Apple's Engineers to help deliver the best products! We are responsible for training, educating and advancing the best CAD design environment for hardware design teams. We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced ECAD Workflow & Solutions Architect to be the strategic partner and technical expert for our hardware design community. This isn't just about support; it's about advancing hardware design at Apple, driving efficiency, innovation, and the seamless adoption of innovative technologies, including Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, across our ECAD workflows.Come join our team!DescriptionThis position will focus on architecting, optimizing and advancing workflows for our electrical design teams. We are looking for someone who always strives to learn something new, is a self-starter who can work independently with high levels of success and is excited about solving new challenging problems with innovative solutions.Minimum QualificationsBachelors in Computer Science or Electrical Engineering3+ years of hands-on experience in ECAD design or a related hardware engineering field.Expertise with industry-standard ECAD tools (e.g., Cadence Allegro/OrCAD, Mentor Graphics Xpedition, Altium Designer) and associated design flows.Exceptional problem-solving, analytical, and diagnostic abilities, with a curiosity for translating complex technical issues into clear, actionable solutions.Outstanding communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to build positive relationships and influence partners at all levels.Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment, managing multiple priorities with a high degree of autonomy.Preferred QualificationsAbility to drive the integration of the latest Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AIML) technologies into all aspects of our ECAD processes. This includes exploring and implementing solutions for design rule checking, component selection, layout optimization, data analysis, predictive modeling, and more.Experience as a solutions architect, workflow consultant, or technical lead in an ECAD-focused role.Outstanding communication and presentation skills, written and verbal, to all levels of an organizationFamiliarity with PLM/PDM systems and version control (e.g., Git).Understanding of cloud computing principles and their application in engineering environments.EEO StatementApple 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 applicantAccessibilityAt 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 workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsApplication DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.