Senior Motion Scientist - Sensing & Connectivity

Role Number: 200694593Team: Software and ServicesLocation: CupertinoWeekly Hours: 40Posted: 2026-11-11SummaryThe Motion & Interaction team designs and delivers intuitive customer experiences through motion sensing. When you simply raise your wrist, shake your head, or move your device to interact, it’s the work of engineers and scientists on this team. Our fingerprints can be found across core capabilities and experiences on iPhone, Watch, AirPods, Vision Pro, and other Apple products. We are a multidisciplinary team, uniting expertise in algorithms, software, hardware, and design. We come from diverse backgrounds in software engineering, firmware development, machine learning, signal processing, controls, statistics, and more. Our environment values engineers who proactively seek responsibility for complex systems with deep technical challenges.DescriptionWe are seeking a self-motivated senior scientist to build Apple's next-generation sensor fusion and state estimation technologies. You will design, implement, and validate estimation and control algorithms for low-power embedded systems, optimizing for power, memory, and real-time performance. You will take ideas from early prototype to production, often where the solution doesn't exist yet. You will work closely with engineers, project managers, and designers, and your features will reach millions of users every day.Minimum QualificationsMS or PhD in controls, robotics, mechanical engineering, computer science, or a related field, or 7+ years of equivalent experienceDeep knowledge of classical and modern control theory and estimation, including nonlinear estimation, observability, and filter consistencyTrack record of shipping impactful features on schedulePreferred QualificationsEmbedded or real-time C/C++ production codeSignal processing, motion estimation, and system modelingIMU-based inertial navigation, attitude estimation or sensor calibrationMachine learning combined with robust classical, model-based methodsMulti-modal algorithms using IMU, images, video, and/or audioExcellent communication and collaboration skillsPay & BenefitsAt 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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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 BenefitsNote: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.EEO StatementApple 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 applicantAccessibilityAt Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsApplication DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.