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Applied Sensing & Health, Embedded Systems Engineer

2 days ago San Diego, CA

The Applied Sensing & Health team develops software that powers the next generation of fitness, safety, and health experiences. We transform complex, multi-modal sensor data from the iPhone, Apple Watch, and AirPods into meaningful and elegant insights about our users' health, wellbeing, and safety. By combining advanced machine learning-including the integration and tuning of foundation models-with domain knowledge and scientific research, we have delivered impactful features like Cardio Fitness, Journaling Suggestions, Fall and Crash Detection, and Walking Steadiness. As a dynamic and highly multi-disciplinary team working at the intersection of research and product development, you will have the opportunity to build the next generation of sensing-based features that will motivate, inform, and inspire millions of Apple's customers every single day.

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Description

You will help ship high-quality, interactive Health, Fitness, and Safety features that impact millions of Apple Watch, iPhone, and AirPods users. You have a deep sense of ownership and feel a personal stake in the products you ship. You are comfortable navigating ambiguity in early-stage development, demonstrate initiative, and work well under tight deadlines. You build strong, collaborative relationships with others and are dedicated to a culture of continuous improvement for yourself, your team, and our products.","responsibilities":"In this role, you will implement and ship interactive software features and algorithms that impact millions of users on a daily basis. You will be responsible for optimizing software implementations for power, memory, and performance, especially within the constraints of embedded, low-power systems. Operating at the intersection of software, data engineering, and machine learning, you will collaborate closely with scientists, engineers, QA, and project managers throughout the software lifecycle.

Preferred Qualifications

Masters or PhD in Computer Science, EECS, machine-learning or equivalent experience.

2+ years of technical experience in an industry setting

Background in developing deep learning, foundation, and/or generative AI models for multiple data modalities (time series, images, language, etc.)

Experience collaborating in small teams

Excellent interpersonal skills and communication (written and verbal)

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's in Computer Science, EECS, or equivalent experience.

Developed C/C++, ObjC or Swift code for a shipping product or a peer reviewed environment.

Background in developing, debugging and optimizing algorithms for low-power embedded systems

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 .

Client-provided location(s): San Diego, CA
Job ID: apple-200642055-3543_rxr-660
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-01-20T19:10:35

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion

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