Optical Simulation Engineer

Optical Simulation Engineer

Cupertino,California,United States

Hardware

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll add something. The Optical Engineering team within Camera Core Technology Engineering is seeking a Simulation Development Engineer who will play a critical role in new optical design throughout the development cycle. This engineer will develop state-of-the-art end-to-end modeling and simulation solutions with cross-functional team members for our Optical Imaging Systems that can facilitate provide early feedback to Apple product design and enable novel simulation pipelines for future technologies. This engineer will also be responsible for validation, application, and scale up of the simulation tools. Come join us!

Description

This position is focusing on development of Optical and Imaging simulation capabilities and applications to inform design decisions of new technologies and new optical designs. It will require the candidate to work together with cross-functional team members to develop end-to-end simulation solutions, validate simulation pipelines, deploy simulation algorithms to internal cloud computing platforms, perform data analysis on results and generate reports for review, and support internal simulation tools across projects including training and documentation. The ideal candidate is someone that is always striving to learn something new, is a self-starter and can work autonomously with high levels of success, is excited about solving new challenging problems with innovative solutions, has experience presenting ideas and building consensus with teammates, and thrives in an environment of smart people and loves to challenge the status quo.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Optics, Imaging Science, Physics, EE, CS, ME, or relevant field of study

• 3+ years of related work or academic experience

• Programming experience (Python, Matlab, C/C++/C#)

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of imaging systems

• Ability to model and simulate optical systems using Zemax, Code V, etc.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills; excellent judgment; a self-directed, proactive approach to tackling problems and working through impediment and an ability to foster trust and build alliances with co-workers

• Experience with Cloud Computing

Education & Experience

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.

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