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Haptic Control Architect

Apple

Location

San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

The Haptic Engineering team at Apple is focused on developing innovative haptic solutions for products like the iPhone and Apple Watch. They aim to enhance user experience through advanced haptic technology. The team values creativity, engineering excellence, and collaboration in a hands-on environment. The Haptics Control Architect will lead the design and development of control systems for next-generation haptic actuators.

Requirements

  • BS degree and a minimum of 10 years of relevant industry experience
  • Strong background in control engineering, dynamics, and signal processing
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • Hands-on experience in control system design, analysis, implementation, and validation
  • Familiarity with modeling electro-mechanical systems
  • Proficiency with Matlab/Simulink and C/C++
  • M.S. or Ph.D. in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Aerospace Engineering, Applied Physics or equivalent with a specialization in control engineering

Responsibilities

  • Lead the technical vision and development of advanced control systems for haptic experiences
  • Architect sophisticated control algorithms and frameworks for actuator dynamics
  • Set the technical direction for haptic systems to meet performance and reliability standards
  • Drive strategic decisions that shape the future of haptic technology at Apple
  • Identify emerging opportunities in haptic technology

Benefits

  • Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.

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