Do you like to break things? Do you ever wonder what goes into making Apple products an amazing user experience? The engineers on Apple's innovative reliability team are responsible for ensuring that our products exceed our customer's expectations for robustness, durability, and reliability. We are looking for dedicated contributors who enjoy working on ground-breaking products and seeking to make them better through creation and execution of comprehensive test suites, identification of potential failure modes, and collaboration with design teams to drive product improvements. This particular position is on the i Phone system reliability team. In this highly visible and fast-paced role, you will be responsible for developing & performing novel test methodologies to validate the robustness of Apple products/sub-assemblies, materials, and supplier technology. In addition, you will lead failure analysis with our outstanding technology teams to establish root cause and corrective actions to ensure our products continue to surprise and delight our customers for years to come.

Description

In this role you'll be working cross-functionally with product design, electrical, quality and manufacturing teams to develop and apply advanced reliability test methods, perform failure analysis, run risk assessments and contribute to data automation. Your impact will be felt across the product lifecycle-from early concept to mass production-helping us ship products that exceed user expectations for quality and reliability.","responsibilities":"Drive reliability initiatives across cross-functional teams while championing data-driven decision making

Solve complex technical problems with meticulous attention to detail and systematic root cause analysis

Communicate effectively with all levels from technicians to executives, our perspective matters

Manage multiple reliability projects simultaneously while maintaining high reliability standards and fast-paced testing timelines

At times, complete tests and resolve problems in an unattended manner based on your leadership; demonstrate eagerness to go into uncharted territory and be the team trailblazer

Deliver groundbreaking i Phone technologies with passion and a customer-first mindset

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree or PhD in engineering (mechanical, electrical, materials, etc.) or science (new college graduate) or Bachelor's degree with 3 years of experience in an engineering role

Collaborative attitude and ability to cross-functionally work effectively

Excel at building and maintaining reliability data dashboards on Tableau that drive informed decision making

Proficient in using Python, R or other languages to for extracting data and performing reliability analysis

Excellent written and verbal communication skills for audiences ranging from technicians to senior executives

Experience in spirited collaboration between multidisciplinary teams of engineers and scientists to solve complex electromechanical / mechanical design challenges

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in engineering (mechanical, electrical, materials, etc.) or science + 3 years industry experience

Statistical experience such as Weibull, JMP, or familiarity with accelerated test models

Familiarity with Failure Analysis techniques (Optical Microscopy, X-ray/CT, Scanning Electron Microscopy/Energy Dispersive Spectroscopy, etc.), and the ability to use failure analysis methodology to derive a root cause of failure

Experience in adopting emerging AI/ML tools to streamline workflow and identify opportunities for automation

Ability to travel internationally without restriction for up to 25% of the year

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.