Full-Time
Human Factors Engineer / Researcher
Posted on 12/12/2024
Apple
10,001+ employees
Designs and sells consumer electronics and software
Compensation Overview
$143.1k - $264.2kAnnually
Senior
Cupertino, CA, USA
- Expertise in creating rigorous experimental designs, utilizing scientific method, and prioritizing research insights that have implications for product design and development
- Expertise in conducting usability studies and interview techniques related to product use. Mixed methods expertise to combine quantitative and qualitative research approaches.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, patience, and aesthetic sensibility.
- Ability to distill research insights into presentations for engineers and designers in a concise way.
- Bachelor’s degree, with a concentration or extensive work in human factors, industrial engineering, cognitive psychology, biomechanics, experimental psychology, and/or human-computer interaction. Master's/doctorate preferred.
- Apply Human Factors Engineering (HFE) methods and principles at all phases of product/technology development.
- Exercise independent judgment in development of experimental design, data collection efforts, data analysis, conclusions, and design recommendations.
- Develop user study criteria and detailed methodology for user interface testing for several concurrent projects.
- Lead user-centered research and evaluation for design concepts for diverse user populations utilizing experimental data.
- Conduct qualitative and quantitative research and analysis of data and provide clear and concise feedback to teams in a timely manner.
- Collaborate cross-functionally with design, engineering, clinical, product marketing, and product development groups.
- Inform feature development and direction of new Apple features through research.
- Maintain an active working knowledge of worldwide human factors publications, standards, and both cognitive and physical heuristics.
- Comply with all principles of research ethics and collaborate with legal and institutional review boards to ensure alignment with human research guidelines and regulations.
- Expertise with health software and hardware usability.
- Relevant experience in medical device usability evaluations and documentation.
- Expertise in leading research programs informing wearables including smart watches, fitness trackers, and/or virtual reality headsets.
- Experience applying regulations and best practices for medical device human factors a plus (e.g. IEC 62366, AAMI HE75, FDA Applying Human Factors and Usability Engineering to Medical Devices).
- Expertise in conducting and interpreting various statistical analyses (e.g., t-tests, ANOVA, regression, bootstrapping).
- 5 years of relevant work experience managing projects and driving research programs cross-functionally.
Apple Inc. designs and sells a variety of technology products and services, including iPhones, iPads, Mac computers, Apple Watches, and Apple TVs. The company also offers services like the App Store, Apple Music, iCloud, and Apple Pay. Its products work together seamlessly, providing users with a cohesive experience across devices. Apple differentiates itself from competitors through its integrated approach, which combines hardware and software to enhance user interaction. The company aims to maintain its leadership in the technology market by continuously innovating and expanding its product offerings, while also focusing on customer loyalty through services like the Apple Card and trade-in programs.
Company Size
10,001+
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Cupertino, California
Founded
1976
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Apple's ARKit opens new revenue streams through immersive experiences.
- AirPods with cameras enhance wearable technology appeal and functionality.
- Apple Card expansion enhances customer loyalty and financial stability.
What critics are saying
- Smart home hub delay may let competitors gain market share.
- AirPods with cameras could raise privacy concerns.
- Focus on AirPods may impact innovation in other product lines.
What makes Apple unique
- Apple's integrated hardware and software create a seamless user experience.
- Apple's trade-in program supports sustainability and encourages device upgrades.
- Apple's spatial computing innovations offer unique user experiences.
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Benefits
Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
401(k) Retirement Plan
401(k) Company Match
Tuition Reimbursement
Performance Bonus
Relocation Assistance
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Company News
Apple is working on a smart home hub powered by Siri
Apple has announced its streaming service has received 10 nominations across six series at the 28th Annual Critics Choice Awards.
Apple is developing AirPods with built-in cameras for enhanced spatial awareness and AI-powered features.
At the annual SXSW film festival in Austin, Texas today, Apple's services chief Eddy Cue joined Ben Stiller on stage to discuss the hit Apple TV+ show Severance.
Apple unveiled the 12-inch MacBook on March 9, 2015, at the "Spring Forward" event in San Francisco, California.