Senior Perception Engineering Manager - Special Projects

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. At Apple, we strive to make great products that empower people and improve their lives. We believe recent breakthroughs in AI/ML and robotics have the potential to unlock new experiences that were never possible before, and are looking for talented engineering manager leading a talented team of perception engineers and scientists to realize that mission by expanding the capabilities of Apple products and platforms.

We work in a fast-paced, startup-like environment where you will be part of every stage of development. You'll often work cross-functionally with other software teams, user interface designers, product marketing, and privacy engineers from concept phase to deployment. As the manager of the perception team, you’ll have the opportunity to work with a team of highly skilled engineers and scientists to bring new experiences to Apple products. This position requires a self-motivated engineering manager with strong technical and interpersonal skills to handle responsibilities including:

• Drive technical direction for the design and implementation of core perception and tracking systems to solve real-world problems
• Partner closely with other software engineering, ML, privacy, design, and product marketing teams
• Present the team’s work to leadership, communicating roadmap status, technical direction, and advocating for resources
• Drive initiatives that extend beyond your immediate team — from engineering best practices to hiring strategy and org development

• MS/PhD in Computer Science, Math, Robotics or related field
• Strong technical background in modern ML based perception systems (VLM, VLA, CNNs, etc.) as well as traditional perception and tracking methods (state estimation, filtering, sensor fusion, etc.)
• 5+ years of engineering management experience with a proven track record
• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong software engineering background
• Ability to break down large features and implement practical solutions
• Curiosity about new technologies, flexibility, and openness to ambiguity

• Knowledge of robotics software stack and algorithms (i.e. kinematics, optimization, planning methods)
• Strong applied math background (e.g., graphics, vision, optimization, controls, or planning)
• Knowledge of audio processing chains (i.e. DSP, echo cancelation, direction of arrival estimation, etc.)
• Familiarity with Swift and Apple developer tools

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 $228,100 and $393,800, 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 Benefits.

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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.