Sensor System Architect, Touch & Biometric Sensing
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The Sensor System Architect will shape sensing technologies for Apple products, including next-generation Touch ID and Apple Watch Touch. The role spans technology definition and product integration, from concept development and physics-based modeling through system requirements that guide mass production. The architect works across multidisciplinary engineering and physics domains to support secure devices and intuitive, responsive touch interfaces.
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Role Number: 200692973-0836
Summary
Imagine shaping the future of how people interact with Apple products, from secure biometric authentication to the nuances of the touch experience. As a key member of our Sensing Systems team, you will drive architecture & technology development for both next-generation Touch ID, and Apple Watch Touch technologies.
Description
Your work will ensure that Apple devices are not only fundamentally secure, but also offer the most intuitive and responsive touch interfaces in the world. This role sits at the intersection of technology definition and product integration, spanning initial concept & physics-based modeling, through definition of system requirements that guide mass production.
Minimum Qualifications
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Deep multi-disciplinary understanding of EE (esp. analog circuits), ME, and Physics principles
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Experience in sensor or related technology development with proficiency in algorithm development and signal processing for sensor systems
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Experience in modeling complex cross-disciplinary systems, using tools such as Matlab, Python, SPICE, or similar
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Familiarity with mechanical design principles, FEA, and advanced materials
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BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience
Preferred Qualifications
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Background in control systems and / or estimation theory
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Experience with statistical tolerance or MonteCarlo analysis methods in a mass production setting
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Deep experience with multi physics simulation tools (e.g., Comsol, ANSYS, Maxwell)
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Excellent communication, teamwork, and technical leadership skills
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M.S. or PhD in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or related field
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.
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- Pay
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- California median$161–234K/yr452 salary ranges
- California median$38–55/hr24 hourly ranges
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 546 open Systems Engineering jobs in California and 2,944 across the US. 5% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
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- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 10 years of experience; Systems Engineering postings that state a minimum ask for 7 years at the median (2,308 postings).
- Education
- This posting asks for a bachelor's degree; 975 of the 2,944 open Systems Engineering jobs (33%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
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