Optical Sensing HW – Sensing HW Engineer (Laser/LED Sensing)

Summary

Posted: Nov 22, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200580080

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. Design, develop, and launch next-generation light-sensing technologies. Bring devices to life and enable them to interact with users and the environment in ways never imagined before. The optical sensing team designs and integrates sensors across a variety of Apple products such as iPhone, Watch, iPad, MacBook and Vision. The team is looking for a driven engineer to develop creative ideas and grow them into rigorous solutions. Join us in crafting solutions the world doesn’t know of yet.

Description

-Design and execution of optical sensors, including building simulations / models; model verification; sensor prototyping including interface of optical sensors with mixed signal electronic circuits; test and metrology strategies for manufacturing optical sensors; and associated system integration. -Hands-on design and bring-up of characterization setups. Establish design verification goals and instrumentation requirements, develop and execute detailed characterization plans, and prioritize activities and next steps. Support verification of production test via electrical / optical design reviews and lab correlation measurements. -Simulation/analysis using a variety of software tools to support design verification and characterization (e.g. Python, Matlab, Zemax, LightTools, JMP, etc.). Develop detailed models to determine SNR link budgets, and electrical and optical system integration requirements. -Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver state-of-the-art sensing solutions. Drive technical activities and discussions with external vendors. -Lead hypothesis-driven failure analysis, root-cause diagnosis, and system-level problem solving to provide design feedback. Analyze data to draw conclusions and enhance product design/manufacturability. -Travel to support design/production/supplier teams as necessary. Business travel to support product development (10%).

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong background in optics, electrical engineering, optical sensor / system design, and optical test and metrology.
• Expertise in optical sensor development spanning concept design, hardware prototyping including interface of optical sensors with mixed signal electronic circuits, signal processing, design verification and problem solving in a rapid production environment. Experience in optical modeling (Zemax, LightTools, FDTD) a plus.
• Expertise in design and bring-up of opto-mechanical lab setups, sensor characterization, failure analysis and simulation correlation. Knowledge of electrical and optical test and metrology equipment, including profilers/cameras/detectors, power meters, spectrum analyzers, spectrometers, LED / laser drivers, and oscilloscopes.
• Expertise using Python, C/C++, C#, Matlab, or similar for modeling, lab equipment control, data acquisition, and data analysis.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; solid teamwork and leadership skills.
• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant proven experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting volume manufacturing of optical systems is a plus, specifically the verification of production test via lab measurements and leading failure analysis for first-of-a-kind technologies.

Pay & Benefits

• 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 $143,100 and $214,500, 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. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
  
  Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.