Senior Robotics Software Engineer

Socket.dev; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 184,700 - 324,800; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a robotics software engineer in Cupertino to join a fast-moving team building AI/ML systems and robotics features across Apple products.

You will design APIs, develop visualization and evaluation tools, and integrate complex AI components into a larger software stack. Ideal candidates have 5+ years of software engineering experience, a strong CS/robotics background, and the ability to tackle diverse parts of the pipeline.

Qualifications

• Minimum BS/MS in CS, Math, Robotics or related field.
• Very strong software engineering background with 5+ years of industry experience.
• Ability to break down large features into practical solutions.
• Curiosity about new technologies and flexibility to dive into different parts of a SW stack.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement APIs for AI/robotics features.
• Build tools for visualizations, logging, and evaluation.
• Evaluate and debug complex AI systems.
• Integrate AI components into larger software stack.

Skills

Strong software engineering

5+ years experience

Feature breakdown

Curiosity about new tech

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science, Math, Robotics or related field

Tools

Python

QT

XPC

RPC

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Machine Learning and AI

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. It’s 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.At Apple, we strive to make great products that empower people and improve their lives. We believe recent breakthroughs in AI/ML and robotics have the potential to unlock new experiences that were never possible before, and are looking for talented robotics software engineers to realize that mission by expanding the capabilities of Apple products and platforms.

Description

As a member of the team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of highly skilled engineers and scientists to bring new experiences to Apple products. This position requires a self‑motivated robotics software engineer with strong technical and interpersonal skills to handle responsibilities including:

Responsibilities

• Designing and implementing APIs
• Designing and implementing tools such as visualizations, logging, and evaluation systems
• Evaluating and debugging a complex AI systems
• Integrating complex AI systems into a larger software stack

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Math, Robotics or related field
• Very strong software engineering background with at least 5 years of industry experience
• Ability to break down large features and implement practical solutions
• Curiosity about new technologies and flexibility to dive into different parts of a SW stack at different times

Preferred Qualifications

• iOS Development experience, including experience with Swift and Apple development tools
• Experience with system design and hardware deployment
• Proficient in building visualizations and tooling (e.g., Python, QT)
• Experience writing wrappers to IPC mechanisms such as XPC and RPC
• Systems experience involving deployment of algorithms to GPUs as well as other accelerators

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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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.

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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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.