Hearing Scientist

Name: RiseMe
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Cupertino, CAOnsiteFull TimePosted 29 days agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

audio
acoustics
hearing science
signal processing
MATLAB
Python
user study design
data analysis
speaker calibration
microphone calibration

Nice to have

psychoacoustics
hearing technology
audio consumer electronics

Role summary

Apple's Acoustics team is seeking a Hearing Scientist to drive the development of next-generation hearing health features. This role involves applying expertise in hearing science, acoustics, and signal processing to product design, from ideation to release. Responsibilities include prototype development, user study design and analysis, and collaboration with multidisciplinary teams. Proficiency in MATLAB or Python is required, along with experience in user study design and data analysis. Preferred qualifications include experience in hearing technology and a solid understanding of psychoacoustics.

At Apple, extraordinary ideas have a way of quickly becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences. Sound is an essential and compelling facet of the customer experience. Apple has assembled an elite Acoustics team that enables our customers to experience music with delight, communicate with clarity, and enjoy elegant sound throughout our product line. In Apple Acoustics, we work with the utmost attention to detail, directly impacting the design of products that millions of people around the world love! Our Hearing Science team drives the development of the next generation of hearing health features. We work closely with multi-functional teams to find innovative solutions to translate scientific knowledge into products and features. We are searching for a passionate Engineer or Scientist to help take hearing health to the next level.

Description

As a member of the Hearing Science team, you will have the opportunity to apply your knowledge of hearing science to the design and development of the next generation of hearing health features, from idea phase all the way to released features on Apple products. This will involve developing and iterating on prototypes and feature specifications, designing user studies and analyzing data, working with prototype hardware and acoustic test equipment. You will have the opportunity to work with teams across Apple, and influence the feature definition and feature use cases.

Minimum Qualifications

MS or PhD, preferably specializing in audio, acoustics, or hearing science Solid understanding of acoustics, hearing science, and signal processing fundamentals Proficiency in coding (MATLAB or Python) Experience with user study design and data analysis Excellent written and interpersonal skills to engage effectively with multidisciplinary team members

Preferred Qualifications

2+ years in a hearing technology role, preferably within the audio consumer electronics industry Solid understanding of psychoacoustic and physiological assessments of hearing ability Familiarity with fundamental acoustic measurements such as speaker and microphone calibration Ability to work independently to solve technical problems Strong organization and communication skills

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