Robotics ML Research Scientist — Perception & Control

Apple, Inc.; Santa Clara (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 278,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock programs

Medical & dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted products & services

Job summary

Apple, Inc. in Santa Clara, California, seeks a Research Scientist/Engineer in robotics with a hands-on approach to integrate software and hardware for perception, control, and intelligent systems.

You will collaborate with world‑class researchers to power the Apple ecosystem and publish in top venues. The role involves implementing and training state-of-the-art ML models, deploying on physical systems, working with sensor modalities, and publishing research.

Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Robotics, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field.
• Strong proficiency in Python and C++ with experience in multi-language systems.
• Expertise in ML algorithms and deep learning frameworks such as PyTorch and TensorFlow.
• Experience with perception, control, and sensor fusion.
• Strong software engineering skills, delivering clean, well-tested, and optimized code.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to iterate quickly based on user feedback and constraints.

Responsibilities

• Implement and train state-of-the-art ML models for perception and control.
• Optimize and deploy ML models on physical systems.
• Work with various sensor modalities.
• Troubleshoot complex problems across the stack from software to hardware.
• Collaborate with mechanical, electrical, and software engineers to create functional systems.
• Iterate quickly based on feedback and requirements.
• Document research findings and developments for internal sharing and publications.

Skills

Python

C++

PyTorch

TensorFlow

ML algorithms

Sensor fusion

Software engineering

Problem solving

Perception

Control

Education

Bachelor/Master/PhD in CS/Robotics/EE/Mech

Tools

SolidWorks

Fusion 360

PCB design

Job description

Apple, Inc. in Santa Clara, California, seeks a Research Scientist/Engineer in robotics with a hands-on approach to integrate software and hardware for perception, control, and intelligent systems.

You will collaborate with world‑class researchers to power the Apple ecosystem and publish in top venues. The role involves implementing and training state-of-the-art ML models, deploying on physical systems, working with sensor modalities, and publishing research.