Display Metrology Technologist

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry- leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. Are you up for the challenge?

Be part of the Hardware Test Engineering (HWTE) team as a Display Metrology Technologist and shape the future of display technology with a cross-disciplinary team that values collaboration, creativity and innovation. You will work on next-generation products with the Display Technology group to develop advanced display calibration and test metrology, identify and resolve design challenges and to deliver innovative Apple products with outstanding user experience.

As a Display Metrology Technologist, you will develop objective display metrology solutions for calibration and testing of the display of Apple products during New Product Introduction (NPI) stage with support from cross-functional teams. Participate in FMEA for new display technology during design phase and collaborate with cross-functional teams to build end-to-end calibration and test strategy. Design objective metrology system with good balance of engineering requirements, development cycle time and cost efficiency.

Build metrology prototypes to conduct critical validation experiments to prove system design performance. Generate reliable data-driven report that reveal or predict hidden risks and accelerate design convergence for new display architectures. Apply optical modeling, simulation and machine learning to assist data-driven decision making and continuous system improvement.

• B.S. Degree in Optics, Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering with 3+ years of relevant industry experience.
• Experience in developing metrology systems including HW and SW integration, with a strong passion about this field.
• Solid Knowledge in imaging optics, image processing, display and color science and familiarity with optical metrology tools, e.g. colorimeters, spectrometers, digital camera and light sources.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages:
  Matlab/C++/Lua/Python.
• Up to 10% domestic + international traveling

• MS or Ph.D in Optics, Physics, Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or related field.
• Hands-on experience in display or optical metrology development.
• Proficiency with industrial optical instruments, especially imaging system.
• Strong problem solving skills with proactive, can-do mindset and able to take initiatives in uncharted zone.
• Solid understanding of EE principles and their impact on display performance and failure modes.
• Proven ability to plan, design, and execute experiments under limited resources or incomplete information.
• Excellent interpersonal and technical communication skills.

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 $141,800 and $258,600, 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.

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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.