Apple · 2 months ago
Sensing Hardware - Sensor Design & Integration Engineer
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
10+ years expApple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. The key goal of the Sensor Technology Team is to enable the world's best user experience by developing state-of-the-art sensing solutions and technologies central to Apple's products.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Lead development of sensing solutions from conception through product release
Propose, design, build, and measure prototype sensing solutions that demonstrate architecture feasibility
Analyze design trade-offs and provide final design recommendations
Design schematics and provide layout constraints for PCBs/FPCs
Define calibration, test, and reliability requirements across the sensing post-processing-system supply chain
Develop test, characterization, and post processing software for verification
Analyze engineering build data and assess process capability
Perform failure mode analysis, root-cause diagnosis, and technical problem-solving • Characterize, test, and verify sensing solutions
Author clear and comprehensive hardware specifications and engineering build documentation
Engage and collaborate with internal cross-functional teams to deliver state-of-the-art sensing solutions
Manage external partners and suppliers, including providing engineering guidance on failure analysis and corrective actions
Author executive communications pertaining to key development checkpoints
Business travel to support product development (up to 10% travel required)
Qualification
Required
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Good fundamental knowledge and experience in algebra and statistics, Mechanics Physics, and electrical engineering
Proficient in at least one scripting language
Preferred
Strong background in board-level analog and mixed-signal circuits and/or embedded systems; hands-on experience in module-level design
Proficiency in simulation tools (such as COMSOL/SPICE), scripting languages (such as Python/MATLAB), and statistical analysis software (such as JMP)
Ability to independently drive technical issues to resolution, including coordinating efforts across teams
Excellent critical analysis, statistical analysis, and logic/reasoning skills
Excellent written/verbal communication, teamwork, and leadership skills
Direct experience with sensor design and integration
Cross-functional experience in a high-volume production environment
Background and experience with automation for test and characterization
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
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$5.67BKey Investors
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2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
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Leadership Team
Tim Cook
CEO
Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering
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