March 25, 2025

Display Algorithm Engineer

Senior • On-site

$175,800 - $312,200/yr

Cupertino, CA

Summary

Posted:
Role Number:200596106
Apple's Display EE Incubation Team develops future display technology that delivers groundbreaking visual experiences to our users. The team is seeking a senior display algorithm engineer to create and implement display prototypes, simulation solutions, AI/ML tools, data infrastructure and automation for designing and manufacturing new display products in AR/MR, Mobile, Wearable and Desktop segments. A successful candidate will not only need to demonstrate world-class technical skills, but also excellent communication and leadership skills to collaborate with various Apple internal cross-functional teams and external partners. In this role, you will define and develop new simulation, automation and machine learning and AI approaches to how future Apple displays are designed and manufactured. The position allows you to work on a wide range of topics including HW, FW and SW prototyping, numerical modeling/algorithm development, hands-on characterization, proof of concept display system development and system integration. This role offers an incredible opportunity to lead development of future displays while collaborating and learning from world-class experts in multiple disciplines across the entire hardware-software-UX spectrum.

Description

- Identify opportunities for for designing future displays and validate user value proposition through proof-of-concept prototyping. - Define requirements, architectural designs, KPIs and performance metrics for data, AI/ML and simulation of displays for future Apple products. - Develop SW tools for modeling display systems including display pipeline processing, calibration, display driving, optics and manufacturing. - Coordinate and assist in bring-up, debug, manufacturing, test, calibration & verification plans to ensure high quality systems are delivered - Thoroughly document and support each of above steps

Minimum Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in EE/CS, Optics/Photonics, Physics or equivalent with 10+ years of relevant relevant industry experience.
  • Experience with image/signal processing techniques and algorithms, performance modeling and simulation.
  • Experience in using AI/ML approaches in real-life applications.
  • Software development skills with high-level programming languages C/C++, Python.
  • Experience with data engineering at scale, familiar with machine learning tools

Preferred Qualifications

  • Advanced degree in relevant field of study along with some industry experience
  • Experience with display processing algorithms is desired.
  • Thorough, disciplined, methodical approach, with good documentation habits
  • Team player with exceptional conversational & written communication, negotiation & presentation skills
  • Excellent project management & communication skills.
  • Creative mindset, self-motivated, independent

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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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.