Sensing HW - Algorithm Systems Engineer
Oct 8, 2026 San Diego Metro Area, CA
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The Sensing Architecture team develops cutting-edge sensor solutions and technologies that are central to Apple's products, including the iPhone, iPad, MacBooks, and more. The key goal of the Sensing Architecture team is to enable the world's best user experience through seamless device interactions. New challenges arise every day that require the sharp problem-solving skills of talented individuals. The team features a collaborative and hands-on environment that fosters engineering excellence, creativity, and innovation.
Description
You will be responsible for developing advanced sensing algorithms for future Apple products. This will involve algorithm prototyping, algorithm performance bounding and validation, and assessing sensor hardware and performance requirements. You will be designing new sensing algorithm architectures using a variety of techniques such as analytical modeling, ML methods, statistical signals processing, and classical algorithms/optimization methods to characterize and validate system performance. Development and negotiation of cross-functional requirements to ensure subsystem performance will be a key part of the role, and as such you will collaborate closely with Electrical Engineering and Firmware teams to create state-of-the-art sensor solutions.","responsibilities":"Develop Algorithm Proof-of-Concepts: Conduct algorithm prototyping, performance bounding, and validation. Leverage a variety of techniques such as analytical modeling, physics fundamentals, statistical signals processing, and ML/classical algorithm and optimization methods to characterize and validate system performance. Contribute to the development of the the team's software toolchains and methodologies used for algorithm development.
Define Algorithm Requirements: Define sensor/HW and algorithm performance requirements needed for algorithms to be successfully deployed in upcoming products.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Develop and negotiate cross-functional requirements to ensure algorithm performance. Collaborate closely with Electrical Engineering and Firmware teams to create state-of-the-art sensor solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Math or Physics
Multi-disciplinary understanding of EE and Physics principles
Experience with analyzing large datasets and developing data processing pipelines
Experience with training/validation for statistical inference or ML/DL algs
Experience with algorithm optimization for HW constraints (e.g. compute, memory, power)
Experience with establishing quantitative algorithm performance benchmarks
Experience with ML frameworks and data processing packages (eg PyTorch, SciPy, pandas, jax)
Experience in modeling complex cross-disciplinary systems
Experience in system-level design of imaging or sensing systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Minimum Qualifications
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Strong background in image/signal processing, estimation/inference, or machine learning
Strong engineering math background (e.g. applied linear algebra, probability)
Strong programming skills in high level languages like Python/Matlab
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 $175,000 and $308,500, 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.
Description
You will be responsible for developing advanced sensing algorithms for future Apple products. This will involve algorithm prototyping, algorithm performance bounding and validation, and assessing sensor hardware and performance requirements. You will be designing new sensing algorithm architectures using a variety of techniques such as analytical modeling, ML methods, statistical signals processing, and classical algorithms/optimization methods to characterize and validate system performance. Development and negotiation of cross-functional requirements to ensure subsystem performance will be a key part of the role, and as such you will collaborate closely with Electrical Engineering and Firmware teams to create state-of-the-art sensor solutions.","responsibilities":"Develop Algorithm Proof-of-Concepts: Conduct algorithm prototyping, performance bounding, and validation. Leverage a variety of techniques such as analytical modeling, physics fundamentals, statistical signals processing, and ML/classical algorithm and optimization methods to characterize and validate system performance. Contribute to the development of the the team's software toolchains and methodologies used for algorithm development.
Define Algorithm Requirements: Define sensor/HW and algorithm performance requirements needed for algorithms to be successfully deployed in upcoming products.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Develop and negotiate cross-functional requirements to ensure algorithm performance. Collaborate closely with Electrical Engineering and Firmware teams to create state-of-the-art sensor solutions.
Preferred Qualifications
MS or PhD in Electrical Engineering, Applied Math or Physics
Multi-disciplinary understanding of EE and Physics principles
Experience with analyzing large datasets and developing data processing pipelines
Experience with training/validation for statistical inference or ML/DL algs
Experience with algorithm optimization for HW constraints (e.g. compute, memory, power)
Experience with establishing quantitative algorithm performance benchmarks
Experience with ML frameworks and data processing packages (eg PyTorch, SciPy, pandas, jax)
Experience in modeling complex cross-disciplinary systems
Experience in system-level design of imaging or sensing systems
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Minimum Qualifications
BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Strong background in image/signal processing, estimation/inference, or machine learning
Strong engineering math background (e.g. applied linear algebra, probability)
Strong programming skills in high level languages like Python/Matlab
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 $175,000 and $308,500, 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.
Additional Information
- Salary: $175,000 – $308,500
- Posted: Oct 8, 2026