Senior Robot Interaction Engineer - Special Projects
AppleSenior Robot Interaction Engineer - Special Projects
AppleLocation
Cupertino, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
5/8/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
Apple is seeking a talented robotics engineer to join a team focused on enhancing the capabilities of Apple products through innovative AI and robotics solutions. The role involves collaborating with skilled engineers and scientists to create new experiences that improve people's lives. Candidates should possess a strong technical background and interpersonal skills to thrive in a dynamic environment. This position emphasizes the importance of curiosity and adaptability in the face of new technologies.
Requirements
- MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Math or related field with 5+ years of experience in Robotics
- Strong software engineering background
- Proficiency with modern ML approaches such as LLMs, VLMs, and Diffusion Models
- Strong proficiency with models of human behavior, including noisily rational decision making and legible motion
- Experience conducting human-robot interaction experiments
- Strong proficiency with classical robotic algorithms like optimization and graph search
- Familiarity with the full robotics stack, including controls, perception, and motion planning
- Familiarity with Swift and Apple developer tools
Responsibilities
- Break down large features and implement practical solutions
- Collaborate with a team of engineers and scientists to develop new experiences for Apple products
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Apple Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
1,065
FY2026
Approval rate
99.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
9,221
FY2026
Entry-level share
5.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+30%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-35%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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