Sr. Optical Systems Engineer
Cupertino, CA 
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Job Description
Summary

Posted: May 7, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200540588

As part of Hardware Test Engineering at Apple your work will encourage innovation in metrology arena for sophisticated optical stacks of Display devices. Your expertise in optical design and lab prototyping combined with a deep understanding of the requirements driving the optical design will enable deploying the optimum metrology solution for the calibration and test of the next generation of Apple products. An ideal candidate will be eager to learn from the past and be curious about physics, data science, and technology fundamentals. Excellent written, verbal, and visual communication skills are required.

Key Qualifications

  • Strong optical simulation experience with ray tracing tools such as LightTools, Zemax, Code V, etc.
  • Strong understanding of geometrical optics and aberration theory
  • Evaluate design solutions by performing detailed tolerance analysis
  • Experience in developing benchtop optical systems and in defining methodology to characterize the performance for comparison against the design
  • Programming fundamentals with Python, MATLAB
  • Following experience is a plus : image processing, computer vision fundamentals, color science
  • Self-motivated, independent, and takes initiative
  • Resourceful, prepared to champion work in front of a large group, and enjoys working in multi-functional team


Description

You will work on introducing powerful technology to people around the world to make their life better. The ideal candidate will have had direct experience with the design and application of optical imaging systems and be hardworking and curious about new technologies. Day to day responsibilities may include: - Design and analyze optical instruments intended for the calibration and test of novel products - Develop prototype instruments to demonstrate proposed solutions and conduct detailed analysis to quantitatively and qualitatively assess performance against target spec - Collaborate with multi-functional teams to deliver innovative metrology solutions - Drive technical activities and discussions with external vendors - Provide streamlined and detailed presentations

Education & Experience

MS or PhD in Optical Engineering, Applied Physics or related fields

Additional Requirements

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 $170,700.00 and $300,200.00, 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.

    Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.

 

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Start Date
As soon as possible
Employment Term and Type
Regular, Full Time
Required Education
Doctorate
Required Experience
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