Apple

Human Factors Researcher

Posted on: 26 Feb 2021

Seattle, WA

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Human Factors Researcher

Seattle, Washington, United States

Machine Learning and AI

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Summary

Posted: Feb 23, 2021

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200220922

Apples AI/ML team is looking for a Sr. Human Factors Researcher to support the development of products and experiences powered by artificial intelligence and machine learning (AI/ML). This is an active role with a wide range of responsibilities and collaborators. The AI/ML development process spans many disciplines of human study and involves hundreds of technical and creative collaborators across Apple. Quick thinking, comfort with ambiguity, a keen attention to the impact of bias, and a creative approach to solving problems are crucial to success. An ideal candidate is a skilled storyteller fascinated by people. They are technical, with a deep familiarity of ML development, but also heavily rely on intuition and empathy for others. They approach research with curiosity and an appreciation for the infinite ways the human experience can vary. Readily moving between minute details and big ideas, they advocate for all people at every step in the process, engaging others in productive debate.



Key Qualifications

Key Qualifications

* Experience generating datasets and developing AI/ML products with technical and creative partners
* Proficiency in a wide variety of qualitative and quantitative research methods and subsequent analysis
* Excellent communication/interpersonal skills



Description

Description

Some responsibilities include: Develop human-centered metrics and analyses to evaluate AI/ML products and experiences Plan, conduct and manage small-to-extremely-large scale research of qualitative and quantitative data Analyze and present insights from human research in clear, concise and compelling forms Reveal and minimize bias in the AI/ML development process to reinforce human-centered values Advocate for the unique experiences of people throughout design and development



Education & Experience

Education & Experience

PhD in Human Factors, Data Science, Ergonomics, Human-Computer Interaction, Machine Learning, Cognitive / Experimental Psychology or Anthropology and 1-3 years of industry experience OR BA/BS or Masters in related field and 3-5 years industry experience is preferred



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Additional Requirements

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Cupertino, CA

Apple Inc. designs, manufactures, and markets mobile communication and media devices, and personal computers. It also sells various related software, services, accessories, and third-party digital content and applications. The company offers iPhone, a line of smartphones; iPad, a line of multi-purpose tablets; and Mac, a line of desktop and portable personal computers, as well as iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS operating systems.

It also provides iTunes Store, an app store that allows customers to purchase and download, or stream music and TV shows; rent or purchase movies; and download free podcasts, as well as iCloud, a cloud service, which stores music, photos, contacts, calendars, mail, documents, and others. In addition, the company offers AppleCare support services; Apple Pay, a cashless payment service; Apple TV that connects to consumers’ TVs and enables them to access digital content directly for streaming video, playing music and games, and viewing photos; and Apple Watch, a personal electronic device, as well as AirPods, Beats products, HomePod, iPod touch, and other Apple-branded and third-party accessories.

The company serves consumers, and small and mid-sized businesses; and education, enterprise, and government customers worldwide. It sells and delivers digital content and applications through the iTunes Store, App Store, Mac App Store, TV App Store, Book Store, and Apple Music. The company also sells its products through its retail and online stores, and direct sales force; and third-party cellular network carriers, wholesalers, retailers, and resellers. Apple Inc. was founded in 1977 and is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

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