Software Integrity Engineer, CoreMotion, Sensing & Connectivity

Socket.dev; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 220,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple seeks a skilled engineer to own the quality of CoreMotion features end to end, from user studies and data collection through algorithm validation and implementation testing. You will drive issues back into the design and collaborate across teams to ensure robust motion experiences.

The role involves testing sensor-based systems, validating motion algorithms, and contributing to data pipelines and automated tests in a fast-paced environment at Apple in Cupertino.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Proficiency in programming/scripting languages or AI coding tools.
• Working knowledge of systems quality methodologies and test design practices.
• Demonstrated problem solving and debugging skills across hardware and software boundaries.
• Ability to work independently and drive tasks to completion with minimal direction.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

• You will own the quality of CoreMotion features end to end, from user studies and data collection through algorithm validation and implementation testing, to driving the issues you find back into the design.

Skills

Programming languages or AI tools

Systems quality methodologies

Debugging across hardware/software

Independent task ownership

Cross-functional collaboration

Education

B.S. in CS or EE

Job description

The CoreMotion team builds innovative and intelligent features, which through motion, enhance the user experience across many Apple products. We are a high-energy team that has successfully delivered a wide spread of industry-leading software features including sensor fusion (e.g. device attitude and heading), motion gestures (e.g. raise wrist to light up Apple Watch), fitness tracking (e.g. steps and calories), and many more. As a member of our dynamic group, you will have the rare and rewarding opportunity to craft upcoming products that will delight and inspire millions of Apple's customers every single day.

Description

You will own the quality of CoreMotion features end to end, from user studies and data collection through algorithm validation and implementation testing, to driving the issues you find back into the design.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Proficiency in one or more programming/scripting languages or AI coding tools
• Working knowledge of systems quality methodologies and test design practices
• Demonstrated problem solving and debugging skills across hardware and software boundaries
• Ability to work independently and drive tasks to completion with minimal direction
• Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional collaboration

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience testing sensor-based or embedded systems (IMU, sensor fusion, motion algorithms)
• Experience building data curation or analysis pipelines, labeled datasets, and performance characterization tooling
• Experience designing user studies or structured data collection protocols
• Familiarity with test automation frameworks and continuous integration at scale
• Attention to fine-grained detail in customer-facing quality