Motion Sensing Hardware Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$171,600–$302,200 / yr
Posted
3 days ago

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Above market

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This role $237k
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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 · Motion Sensing Hardware Engineer

As a senior Motion Sensing Hardware Engineer at Apple, you will join the innovative Motion Sensing Hardware Team to integrate advanced MEMS and magnetic sensing technologies into Apple’s diverse product lineup. Your daily tasks will include evaluating sensor designs, developing measurement methods, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure system performance meets stringent requirements. You will also engage in supplier interactions, travel to manufacturing sites for validation, and author detailed engineering specifications. The role demands expertise in sensor architecture, characterization, and validation, along with proficiency in scripting languages like Python or MATLAB, signal processing, and machine learning. This position is ideal for someone with a strong background in physics or engineering, hands-on experience in shipping products, and the ability to develop models for simulating sensor performance.

What you'll do

  • Evaluate and drive the design and integration of advanced motion sensors into Apple products.
  • Develop measurement methods for repeatable and automated validation of sensor performance.
  • Work with suppliers to resolve issues and optimize trade-offs between performance, cost, and manufacturability.
  • Identify and document new sensing system metrics that enhance customer perception and product performance.
  • Support engineering build activities by conducting yield optimization and failure analysis coordination.
  • Author detailed engineering requirements specifications for sensors across various Apple products.
  • Travel to supplier facilities and manufacturing sites for production validation and issue resolution.

What we're looking for

  • At least 10 years of industry experience with motion sensors (magnetic, inertial, pressure)
  • BS degree in a relevant engineering or physics discipline
  • Strong analytical and communication skills for troubleshooting and cross-functional collaboration
  • Experience in sensor system integration, characterization, and validation from concept to manufacturing
  • Proficiency in scripting languages like Matlab/Python for instrumentation and analysis
  • Competency in signal processing, sensor fusion, machine learning, and mathematical modeling
  • Ability to develop models to simulate sensor performance and design trade-offs

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