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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 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 group of highly skilled engineers and scientists to bring new experiences to Apple products.

This position requires a self-motivated robotics engineer with strong technical and interpersonal skills to handle responsibilities including:","responsibilities":"Designing and implementing AI/ML systems to solve real-world problems

Evaluating and debugging complex AI systems

Integrating intricate AI systems into a larger software stack

Designing and carrying out protocols for data collection and evaluation with human subjects

Preferred Qualifications

Strong proficiency with models of human behavior (e.g. noisily rational decision making, legible motion, etc.)

Experience conducting human-robot interaction experiments

Strong proficiency with classical robotic algorithms (optimization, graph search, etc.)

Familiarity with the full robotics stack (controls, perception, motion planning, etc.)

Familiarity with Swift and Apple developer tools

Minimum Qualifications

MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math or related field with 5+ years of experience in Robotics

Strong software engineering background

Ability to break down large features and implement practical solutions

Curiosity about new technologies, flexibility, and openness to ambiguity

Proficiency with modern ML approaches (LLMs/VLMs, Diffusion Models, etc.)

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 .

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.