Battery Algorithm Specialist

Apple Inc.; Cupertino, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock programs

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, is seeking a Battery Management System (BMS) Firmware/Algorithm Engineer to qualify advanced lithium-ion battery technology for portable power devices.

You will collaborate with internal multi-functional teams to develop BMS algorithms and validation protocols, ensuring high customer experience and reliability. Minimum qualifications include a BS in Electrical/Mechanical Engineering or Computer Science and experience in BMS algorithm/firmware/software

Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical, Mechanical, CS or related field.
• Experience in BMS algorithm/firmware/software development or validation.
• Experience with Python or C/C++.

Responsibilities

• Use advanced engineering and mathematics to validate BMS algorithms.
• Develop simulation and physical tests to validate state of charge and state of power.
• Develop verification methods to detect battery abnormalities early in design.
• Review qualification data and perform root-cause analysis.

Skills

BMS algorithm development

Firmware software development

Python

C/C++

Communication

Education

BS in Electrical Engineering

BS in Mechanical Engineering

BS in Computer Science

Tools

None

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. Its the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll add something.Do you love working on challenges that no one has solved yet? Do you like changing the game? Envision what you could do here. At Apple, we believe new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish.This position contributes to the development and qualification of advanced lithium ion battery technology for portable power consumer applications. You will work with internal multi-functional teams to develop battery firmware, algorithm and battery management system (BMS) qualification protocols using system requirements, user profiles and the battery health monitoring estimation models to ensure high level of customer experience. You will collaborate with BMS firmware and algorithm engineers to improve the quality, productivity, and efficiency of Apple products.

Description

You will be a part of a team qualifying new class of BMS algorithms and architectures to improve the utility of batteries of Apple products.

Responsibilities

• Use a combination of advanced electrical and chemical engineering and mathematics to validate the performance of BMS algorithms.
• Develop simulation and physical tests to validate state of charge and state of power of battery systems.
• Develop verification methods to detect battery abnormalities early in advance in product design process.
• Review and analyze qualification data, flag and report anomalous qualification output and perform failure analysis to identify root cause for deviation, and provide risk.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Experience in Battery Management System (BMS) Algorithm/Firmware/Software development, validation or related.
• Experience with Python or C/C++.

Preferred Qualifications

• Masters degree, PhD or equivalent job-related experience in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• 3+ years experience in BMS Algorithm/Firmware/Software development or validation.
• Experience with detailed Lithium-ion battery modeling and experience in working on electrical circuits.
• Experience with time-series data analysis.
• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills. Excellent critical thinking and trouble shooting skills
• Ability total action and drive results on tight schedules.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with teammates and cross-functional teams.

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 $150,400 and $225,300, 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
• 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.

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 seek to promote 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.

At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You'll find that idea reflected in everything here - in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.