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Experienced Motion Scientist, Sensing & Connectivity

Cupertino, California, United StatesSoftware and Services

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Summary

Posted: Mar 27, 2026

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200613406-0836

Core Motion is looking for an experienced engineer to help create Apple’s latest products and innovative features. This role is a phenomenal opportunity for someone that wants to implement first-of-their-kind motion features spanning everything from hardware to user experience! You will have the opportunity to take your designs through the full product life-cycle from concept to prototyping, design and launch of production software. Our environment values initiative and rewards engineers that are seeking responsibility of complex systems with deep technical challenges.

Description

We are seeking a talented, self-motivated motion scientist to build Apple’s next-generation features and experiences using multi-modal sensing. In this role, you will ideate, design, and implement algorithms & models, while optimizing for power, memory, and performance. You will be creating and driving motion sensing-related features and interactive technologies that impact over a billion customers.
Responsibilities include:
Evolving and realizing the technical vision for CoreMotion and working cross-functionality to align on that vision with partner teams
Providing clear technical communication and guidance both for the team and leadership
Developing and deploying state-of-the-art motion features for low-power, embedded systems

Minimum Qualifications

• You have domain expertise - MS, PhD, or 5+ years experience in mechanical engineering, computer science or related disciplines
• You have a track record of success - developed impactful features with a proven track record to optimally prioritize and deliver tasks on schedule
• You have a strong product focus & have provided creative solutions that balance technical complexity and user experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience developing for embedded or real-time systems in C/C++
• Deep technical knowledge of signal processing, motion estimation and system modeling
• Experience with data driven algorithm development using machine learning approaches
• Experience developing interfaces between algorithms, software, and firmware
• Experience with multi-modal algorithms, including IMU, images, video, and/or audio

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $181,100 and $318,400, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple 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 applicant.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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