Sensing Hardware Validation Engineer

The Sensing Hardware team at Apple develops groundbreaking sensors that are central to various Apple platforms, including iPhones, iPads, Audio, Macs, the Home ecosystem, and accessories. This role focuses on developing, characterizing, and validating sensor systems used across these platforms. The position combines hardware validation expertise with cross-functional collaboration to drive product excellence.

As a Sensing Hardware Validation Engineer, you'll be responsible for the full lifecycle of capacitive touch sensors, from conception through product release. You'll work closely with product design, test, firmware, system engineering, and product operations teams to ensure optimal sensor performance and integration. The role involves developing test infrastructure, conducting detailed hardware validation, and implementing robust testing methodologies.

Key aspects of the role include defining performance metrics, developing automated test solutions, and leading hardware testing initiatives. You'll be hands-on with bench measurements, failure analysis, and technology evaluation. The position requires strong technical skills in hardware validation, electrical engineering, and programming, particularly Python for test automation.

The ideal candidate brings a combination of technical expertise in sensor technologies, practical experience with hardware validation processes, and strong collaborative abilities. This role offers the opportunity to work on cutting-edge sensor technology that impacts millions of Apple users worldwide, while being part of a team that drives innovation in consumer electronics.

Benefits include comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, stock programs, education reimbursement, and potential bonuses. The role may require up to 10% business travel to support product development and testing activities.