Apple is seeking a DFM Automation & AI Tools Development Engineer to join their innovative team in creating cutting-edge solutions for product manufacturing. This role sits at the intersection of artificial intelligence, automation, and hardware manufacturing, offering a unique opportunity to impact the development of Apple's world-renowned products.
The position involves working with Apple's challenging consumer PCBA and Flex designs, where you'll be responsible for developing automated tools and implementing AI solutions to enhance the manufacturing process. You'll be part of a team that brings assemblies from concept to high-volume manufacturing, focusing on both technical excellence and environmental sustainability.
As a senior engineer, you'll work with diverse data types, including geometric, image, network/graph, and time-series data, to create transformative tools that drive design intelligence. The role requires expertise in programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, and experience with machine learning and deep learning models. You'll be developing automated ECAD and DRC checks, creating comprehensive dashboards, and maintaining complex data systems.
The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience in scripting and EDA tools, with a strong background in software development and manufacturing processes. You'll need to demonstrate the ability to work independently while collaborating with cross-functional teams to define requirements and metrics for new products and software tools.
Apple offers an exceptional compensation package, including a competitive base salary range of $165,500 to $248,700, plus opportunities for stock ownership through various employee stock programs. The company provides comprehensive benefits, including medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, educational reimbursement, and various perks such as discounted products and services.
This role presents an extraordinary opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology while contributing to products that impact millions of users worldwide. You'll be part of a company that values innovation, sustainability, and diversity, working alongside talented individuals who share the goal of leaving the world better than we found it.