Human Factors Engineer / Researcher

Summary Posted: Apr 4, 2024 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 200546257 The design team within Apple’s Instructional Products group creates experiences that welcome, inform, and inspire our users to get the most out of our products. We are in search of an experienced human factors engineer / researcher to apply user-centered design principles to the research, design, and continuous improvement of our products. We collaborate closely with creative and passionate teams across Apple to teach and improve feature discoverability for all our users. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, attention to detail, patience, and aesthetic sensibility. Equally passionate about user experience and technology. Curious about human interaction with technology and novel features. Expertise in creating thorough experimental designs, utilizing scientific method. Expertise in conducting usability studies and interview techniques related to product use is required. Mixed methods expertise to combine quantitative and qualitative research approaches. Ability to distill research insights into presentations for designers and engineers in a concise way. Description Description Apply Human Factors Engineering (HFE) techniques and principles at all phases of product/technology development. Exercise independent judgment in development of study methodology, data collection efforts, data analysis, conclusions, and design recommendations. Partner with designers and animators on prototyping educational experiences. 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 population utilizing experimental data. Conduct qualitative and quantitative research methods and analysis of data and provide clear and concise feedback to teams in a timely manner. Collaborate cross-functionally with design, engineering, product marketing, and product development groups. Maintain an active working knowledge of worldwide human factors publications, standards, and both cognitive and physical heuristics. Education & Experience Education & Experience PhD, MS or BS Degree Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Pay & Benefits Pay & Benefits 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 $131,500.00 and $243,300.00, 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. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.