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Optical Sensing HW - Sensing Hardware Engineer

Apple, Inc.
Cupertino, CA Full Time
POSTED ON 5/11/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 6/8/2026
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\\n\\nBring devices to life and enable them interact with users and the environment in ways never imagined before. The optical sensing team integrates optical sensors across a variety of Apple products such as iPhones, iPads and Macs. The optical sensing team is looking for someone who is a self-driven go- getter. Strong experience with optics, optical system design, and detectors is required. Join us in crafting solutions the world doesn't know of yet.

You will design, develop, and launch next-generation optical sensing technologies. You will analyze data to draw conclusions, enhance product design and manufacturability, and drive failure analysis. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams-including Optical Engineers, Mechanical Engineers, Electrical Engineers, Reliability Engineers, Test Engineers, Process Engineers, and Software Engineers-to deliver state-of-the-art sensing solutions.

Strong background in optical design with foundational knowledge in optical and electrical engineering\nHands-on experience with optical lab equipment (light sources, microscopes, spectrometers, detector, free space optics on optical bench etc.)\nProficiency in scripting (python, MATLAB, etc) for model development and data collection\nMinimum requirement of a bachelor's degree

Experience with optical simulation tools (LightTools, Lumerical, COMSOL, etc.)\nExperience supporting volume manufacturing, including test design, failure analysis, and statistical methods\nAbility to build effective cross-functional working relationships\nExcellent written and verbal communication skills\nStrong teamwork abilities and self-motivation to tackle technical challenges\nDegree in Optics, Physics, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

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