Apple · 6 hours ago
TouchID Sensor Architect Electrical Engineer
California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
10+ years expApple is seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sensor Architect to join the Sensing Systems team to design, develop, and launch next-generation Touch ID sensors. This role focuses on defining electrical architecture, driving technology development, and integrating sensor solutions into Apple's innovative ecosystem.
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Responsibilities
Join the Sensing Systems team at Apple to design, develop, and launch next-generation Touch ID sensors, ensuring the security and convenience of Apple products
This role focuses on defining electrical architecture, driving technology development, and integrating sensor solutions into Apple's innovative ecosystem
Imagine crafting solutions the world doesn't know of yet! The Sensing Systems team integrates MEMS, magnetic, and capacitive sensors across a variety of Apple products such as iPhones, iPads, and MacBooks
We bring devices to life, enabling them to interact with users and the environment in ways never imagined before
The Touch ID team develops sensors that are central to the security and convenience of Apple products
We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Sensor Architect to play a key role in the development and integration of next-generation Touch ID technologies
Qualification
Required
BS in Electrical Engineering (or related field) and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience
Strong EE fundamentals with demonstrated experience in all phases of circuit design and development
Experience with silicon development, packaging, process definition, requirement validation and proficiency in circuit design and layout
Experience with test equipment (oscilloscope, meters, etc.) and circuit simulation (SPICE) as well as creating engineering design, requirement, and specification documents
Preferred
Experience with biometric sensors, firmware, and algorithms
Experience in FEA, simulation, and modeling tools (Comsol, ANSYS, Maxwell)
Experience with statistical analysis of production data (JMP, Tableau)
Experience with high-volume mass production
Proficiency in MATLAB and Python scripting tools
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
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
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10001+ employees
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