Apple · 2 weeks ago
Data Systems Engineer
Sunnyvale, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
5+ years expApple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. We are seeking a highly-motivated Data Systems Engineer to design and build custom data collection rigs serving a variety of core Apple technologies, working at the intersection of hardware, software, and data collection operations.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Designing and developing custom hardware/software systems for data collection (e.g., mobile ground truth rigs, multi-sensor capture platforms, time synchronization systems)
Integrating sensors, synchronization systems, and custom instrumentation
Debugging and resolving end-to-end issues spanning frontend software, data collection operations, and backend integration
Partnering with hardware, software engineering, and operations teams to optimize system performance
Contributing to hardware, software, and backend architecture decisions for data collection reliability
Translating current issues and gaps into prioritized improvement roadmaps
Evaluating sensor technologies and data architectures
Documenting end-to-end systems for operational handoff and knowledge sharing
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer, Electrical, Mechanical Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, Data Science, or similar and 5+ years of industry experience in hardware/software integration, sensor systems, or data platforms
Strong programming skills (in Python, C++, or similar) to control hardware
Experience debugging complex systems across hardware, software, and network layers
Systems thinking: ability to trace problems from sensor to database and identify root causes
Preferred
Proven ability to work cross-functionally with hardware, software, and operations teams
Track record of taking projects from prototype to production handoff
Comfortable with ambiguity — defining problems while solving them
Experience with sensor integration/synchronization, timing systems, or custom instrumentation
Strong communication skills with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Adaptable, with precise attention to detail and a strong work ethic
Understanding of networking fundamentals (troubleshooting packet loss, latency, reliability)
Background in computer vision, robotics, or metrology systems
Familiarity with embedded systems, thermal management, or power systems
Experience with controlled testing environments or lab instrumentation
Understanding of data quality metrics and validation frameworks
Background in data collection for ML/algorithm development
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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