Optical Sensing HW - Optical Sensing HW Engineer (ALS)

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Optical Sensing Engineer, where you'll develop and validate innovative optical sensors. Collaborate with diverse engineering teams to enhance product design and manufacturability while utilizing advanced software tools for data analysis. This role offers the chance to contribute to state-of-the-art sensing solutions and involves up to 10% travel. The company provides a competitive compensation package, including stock options and comprehensive benefits, making it a great opportunity for those looking to grow in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted products and services

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in optical design and validation.
• Strong analytical skills with a focus on data-driven decision making.

Responsibilities

• Develop and validate optical sensors for cutting-edge applications.
• Collaborate with engineering teams to enhance product design.

Skills

Optical Design

Data Analysis

Failure Mode Analysis

Problem Solving

Basic Electrical Engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Matlab

Python

JMP

Job description

Optical Sensing HW - Optical Sensing HW Engineer (ALS)

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

Description

You will be developing and validating optical sensors. You will be expected to analyze data to draw conclusions, enhance product design/manufacturability, and drive failure analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Optical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Reliability Engineering, and Process Engineering to deliver state-of-the-art sensing solutions. Product simulation and data analysis using a variety of software tools to support engineering validation and characterization, such as Matlab, Python, JMP, etc. Failure mode analysis, root-cause diagnosis, and system-level problem solving. Up to 10% travel required.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong background in optical design, experience with optical lab equipment (microscopes, spectrometers, detector, etc.) and experiments
• Basic knowledge in Electrical Engineering
• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant proven experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Optical simulation experience is a plus
• Experience supporting volume manufacturing is a plus, such as failure analysis, statistics, etc.

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 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.