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HID Interaction Algorithm Engineer

Apple Inc., Sunnyvale, CA, United States


Join the engineering team that fuses multimodal input to enable seamless interactions on human‑computer interfaces like Vision Pro. Human Interface Devices (HID) is looking for an Interaction Algorithm Engineer to help build the next generation of computing. HID operates at the intersection of hardware, software, and design. The problems you solve will be multidisciplinary and require strong collaboration and communication skills. You’ll prototype ideas at the early stages of development and develop robust solutions through production.

Description

Prototype and define interactions end-to-end, in collaboration with HW, SW, and design partners

Design user studies and leverage prototypes to define success criteria

Develop processes for measuring key performance indicators

Analyze data to identify and drive algorithm improvements

Create and maintain core algorithms for new interactions and root‑cause issues throughout the stack

Communicate user impacts of technical challenges to cross‑functional stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

2+ years SW development experience (or equivalent internship / research experience)

Proficiency in C++ and Python

Proficiency in signal processing and/or machine learning

Comfortable with 3D mathematics

Experience using genAI tools for SW development (Claude Code, Cursor, Codex, etc.)

Able to communicate clearly and collaborate with cross‑functional teams

Excellent problem solving and root cause analysis skills

BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science (CS), Electrical Engineering (EE), Human Computer Interaction (HCI), or a related field / equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

Experience developing software with agentic workflows

Experience developing software for Augmented Reality (AR) / Virtual Reality (VR) (ex. ARKit)

Experience with Objective‑C and/or Swift

Benefits & Compensation
Base pay range for this role is between $147,400 and $272,100, 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 reimbursement for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Equal Opportunity Statement
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.

Accessibility & Accommodations
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