Sensing HW Algorithm Systems Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$175,000–$308,500 / yr
Posted
147 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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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 · Sensing HW Algorithm Systems Engineer

The Sensing HW - Algorithm Systems Engineer joins the Sensing Architecture team to develop advanced sensing algorithms for future products. This role involves prototyping, performance bounding, and validating sensor hardware requirements while designing new algorithm architectures. The engineer will utilize analytical modeling, machine learning methods, statistical signal processing, and classical optimization techniques to characterize system performance. Day-to-day responsibilities include developing proof-of-concepts, defining hardware requirements, and collaborating with Electrical Engineering and Firmware teams to ensure subsystem success. Candidates must possess a strong background in image or signal processing, estimation, inference, or machine learning, supported by expertise in linear algebra and probability. Technical proficiency is required in high-level languages like Python and Matlab, along with experience using frameworks such as PyTorch, SciPy, pandas, and jax to solve complex sensing system challenges.

What you'll do

  • Develop advanced sensing algorithms and proof-of-concepts for future products.
  • Perform algorithm prototyping, performance bounding, and validation using analytical modeling and ML methods.
  • Characterize system performance using statistical signal processing and optimization techniques.
  • Define specific sensor hardware and algorithm performance requirements for product deployment.
  • Negotiate cross-functional requirements with Electrical Engineering and Firmware teams to ensure subsystem performance.
  • Contribute to the development of software toolchains and methodologies used for algorithm development.
  • Analyze large datasets and develop data processing pipelines for sensing systems.
  • Optimize algorithms for hardware constraints including compute, memory, and power.

What we're looking for

  • A Bachelor of Science degree is required.
  • At least 10 years of relevant industry experience are required.
  • Strong background in image/signal processing, estimation/inference, or machine learning.
  • Strong engineering math background including applied linear algebra and probability.
  • Proficiency in high-level programming languages such as Python or Matlab.
  • Master's or PhD degree in Electrical Engineering, Applied Math, or Physics is preferred.
  • Experience with ML frameworks (PyTorch, SciPy, pandas, jax) and data processing pipelines.
  • Experience optimizing algorithms for hardware constraints like compute, memory, and power.

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