Aesthetics Scientist

Apple Inc

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Location
Cupertino, CA
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$184,700–$277,600 / yr
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Aesthetics Scientist

The Aesthetics Scientist joins the Aesthetics Science team to bridge the gap between human perception and imaging technology. This role focuses on understanding artistic intent and photographic principles to inform the development of camera and photo software features. You will lead a research program by designing and executing user studies, managing research operations, and building analytics frameworks to analyze complex preferences in photographic renderings. The work involves translating open-ended questions about taste into concrete engineering solutions for image processing and recommendation algorithms. Required skills include experience in perceptual or aesthetics research, human perception experiments, and programming in R, Python, MATLAB, or Swift. Candidates should possess expertise in photography, visual storytelling, or vision science to solve problems regarding how users interact with and perceive digital imagery across various global markets and diverse visual trends.

What you'll do

  • Design and conduct user studies to understand complex preferences in photographic renderings and customer behavior.
  • Build tools, analytics frameworks, and dashboards to surface research insights at scale.
  • Translate complex questions about aesthetics and taste into well-scoped engineering solutions for feature development.
  • Manage end-to-end research operations including protocol development, approvals, and vendor management.
  • Apply rigorous statistical standards across the work of the broader research team.
  • Scope and lead research projects that inform product decisions for Camera and Photos software teams.

What we're looking for

  • 5+ years of relevant experience, including at least 1 year conducting research on a product development team.
  • A demonstrable track record of conducting perceptual or aesthetics research.
  • Programming experience in R, Python, MATLAB, or similar tools and experience with research software.
  • Experience designing and conducting human perception experiments and/or working with algorithmic recommendation systems.
  • PhD in aesthetics, vision science, cognitive science, psychology, or a related field (preferred).
  • Subject-matter expertise in contemporary photography, visual storytelling, or photographic aesthetics (preferred).
  • Understanding or experience in UX design principles and UX research (preferred).
  • Programming experience in SWIFT, fluency in additional languages, and familiarity with AI tools (preferred).

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