December 7, 2024

HID Algorithms Engineer

Mid • On-site

$143,100 - $264,200/yr

Cupertino, CA

Summary

Posted:
Role Number:200581807
Be part of the engineering team crafting next-generation hardware user experiences, through sophisticated algorithms. We are looking for an algorithm engineer with a solid understanding Apple’s Human Interface Devices (HID) group is responsible for developing innovative ways to interact with Apple products. We work across product lines, delivering technologies like AirPods, iPhone, iPad, Mac, and other future Apple input technologies HID operates at the intersection of hardware, software, and design. The problems you address will be multidisciplinary and require strong collaboration and interpersonal skills. You’ll prototype ideas at the early stages of development and develop robust solutions through production.

Description

This is a key position at a focal point for HW/SW/UI integration. Starting from early in the product lifecycle, this engineer will analyze HW issues for user impact and potential mitigations, modify and tune current algorithms for new form factors, design and implement new user facing features, as well as provide critical support during production phase. You should have excellent mathematical skills and experience working with algorithms and data, be proficient at programming, and have a desire to work closely with others in a multi-functional team. In return, you will get to work on challenging and fascinating problems with hardworking co-workers, and ship great solutions at scale.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience.
  • Strong algorithm and mathematics fundamentals. You will be comfortable working with topics like state machine design, statistics, signal processing, machine learning, etc.
  • Able to communicate clearly and collaborate with multi-functional teams
  • Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills

Preferred Qualifications

  • Ph.D. (or M.S.) in EE, CS,CE, Physics, Statistics, Mathematics, or another engineering or technical field.
  • Experience crafting rapid prototypes to investigate problems, capture feedback, and iterate.
  • Algorithm design and development for classification, filtering, noise modeling, signal processing, or control
  • Processing and analyzing complex data, e.g. for machine learning, signal processing, or statistics
  • Building mathematical models in Python, MATLAB, R, or a similar high-level language
  • Strong theoretical knowledge of fundamental DSP concepts such as Adaptive filtering, linear algebra, and statistics
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and documentation skills
  • C/C++ coding

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.