Motion/Location Sensing Engineering Program Manager at Apple
Cupertino, CA 95014
About the Job
SummaryPosted: Role Number:200558715Imagine what you could do here
At Apple, new insights have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly
Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish! Dynamic, resourceful people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here
The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products
The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it
Do you want to join us in these pursuits? Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple products!
In this critical role, you will play a key part in defining motion sensing roadmap and landscape for next generations of Apple consumer electronics, products such as iPad, iPhone and AppleWatch providing Apple customers with the best user-experience in the industry
You will lead development and/or integration of innovative sensing technologies such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, pressure sensors and magnetometers working with world leading suppliers and multi-functional system teams at Apple
As the engineering program manager you will oversee and coordinate specifying, developing, characterizing, integrating and validating motion sensing systems at module and system level as well as facilitating the top level feature integration and multi-functional communications! The Motion Sensing Hardware Team features a collaborative environment with creative people which works closely with other multi-functional teams on innovative technologies
This team defines and integrates (mainly MEMS based) magnetic, piezo and capacitive sensors across a variety of Apple products
Engineering excellence, technical curiosity, innovation and thoroughness are expected and encouraged
Working without constraints to design and ship innovative products with best-in-class technologies and user experiences is the main goal of this sensing technology team at Apple
Come, join us in moving the needle and crafting solutions the world doesn’t know of yet!DescriptionLead and align multi-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, process, reliability, software and firmware engineering to deliver powerful sensing solutions and integrate them into new platforms.
Act as a liaison between multi-functional teams and ensure tight inter-team coordination and communication Define the program plan/schedule and manage program execution.
Help deliver executive communication/presentations and drive the decision-making process.
Manage and support engineering development builds leading to mass production keeping track of engineering activities such as performance validation, yield optimization, and failure analysis coordination.
Work with suppliers and system teams to proactively identify and resolve issues
Manage multiple suppliers and vendors in preparation for, and execution of, engineering development builds and new sensor development.
Support internal proof-of-concept hardware and software developments for new application investigations.
Effectively and consistently communicate overall program status to cross-functional partners and executive team Identify and resolve conflicts, inter-dependencies and program issues quickly and efficiently .
Work with the cross functional teams to identify and mitigate program risks.
Efficiently and effectively react to unexpected changes in the program due to outside influences and/or issues that arise
Work with engineering management to define motion sensing roadmap Improve the system: look for patterns, offer best practices and implement change.Minimum QualificationsProduct development or engineering experience shipping semi-conductor, sensing, MEMS or other related hardware.Experience in physics, mechanical, electrical, or material science engineering.Experience with interfacing micro-controllers with analog and digital sensors, embedded programming or signal processing.Experience with data collection, data analysis, and statistical analysis tools (e.g
Matlab, Python or JMP).Ability and willingness to travel internationally is required.Preferred QualificationsTechnical background (e.g
hardware development) with knowledge of sensing technologies and/or system sensor integration.Excellent written and verbal communication.Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience.Ability to navigate in ambiguity and uncertainty and see around the corner.Self motivated and proactive with proven creative and critical thinking capabilities.Solid problem solving, failure analysis and debugging skills.Solid collaboration: the candidate must be able to fit in well with a team, understand capabilities and priorities while fostering a collaborative environment.Great organizational and leadership skills, and ability to inspire and align team members.Pay & BenefitsAt 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 $136,300 and $248,700, 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
Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
At Apple, new insights have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly
Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish! Dynamic, resourceful people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here
The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products
The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it
Do you want to join us in these pursuits? Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple products!
In this critical role, you will play a key part in defining motion sensing roadmap and landscape for next generations of Apple consumer electronics, products such as iPad, iPhone and AppleWatch providing Apple customers with the best user-experience in the industry
You will lead development and/or integration of innovative sensing technologies such as accelerometers, gyroscopes, pressure sensors and magnetometers working with world leading suppliers and multi-functional system teams at Apple
As the engineering program manager you will oversee and coordinate specifying, developing, characterizing, integrating and validating motion sensing systems at module and system level as well as facilitating the top level feature integration and multi-functional communications! The Motion Sensing Hardware Team features a collaborative environment with creative people which works closely with other multi-functional teams on innovative technologies
This team defines and integrates (mainly MEMS based) magnetic, piezo and capacitive sensors across a variety of Apple products
Engineering excellence, technical curiosity, innovation and thoroughness are expected and encouraged
Working without constraints to design and ship innovative products with best-in-class technologies and user experiences is the main goal of this sensing technology team at Apple
Come, join us in moving the needle and crafting solutions the world doesn’t know of yet!DescriptionLead and align multi-functional teams including electrical, mechanical, process, reliability, software and firmware engineering to deliver powerful sensing solutions and integrate them into new platforms.
Act as a liaison between multi-functional teams and ensure tight inter-team coordination and communication Define the program plan/schedule and manage program execution.
Help deliver executive communication/presentations and drive the decision-making process.
Manage and support engineering development builds leading to mass production keeping track of engineering activities such as performance validation, yield optimization, and failure analysis coordination.
Work with suppliers and system teams to proactively identify and resolve issues
Manage multiple suppliers and vendors in preparation for, and execution of, engineering development builds and new sensor development.
Support internal proof-of-concept hardware and software developments for new application investigations.
Effectively and consistently communicate overall program status to cross-functional partners and executive team Identify and resolve conflicts, inter-dependencies and program issues quickly and efficiently .
Work with the cross functional teams to identify and mitigate program risks.
Efficiently and effectively react to unexpected changes in the program due to outside influences and/or issues that arise
Work with engineering management to define motion sensing roadmap Improve the system: look for patterns, offer best practices and implement change.Minimum QualificationsProduct development or engineering experience shipping semi-conductor, sensing, MEMS or other related hardware.Experience in physics, mechanical, electrical, or material science engineering.Experience with interfacing micro-controllers with analog and digital sensors, embedded programming or signal processing.Experience with data collection, data analysis, and statistical analysis tools (e.g
Matlab, Python or JMP).Ability and willingness to travel internationally is required.Preferred QualificationsTechnical background (e.g
hardware development) with knowledge of sensing technologies and/or system sensor integration.Excellent written and verbal communication.Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience.Ability to navigate in ambiguity and uncertainty and see around the corner.Self motivated and proactive with proven creative and critical thinking capabilities.Solid problem solving, failure analysis and debugging skills.Solid collaboration: the candidate must be able to fit in well with a team, understand capabilities and priorities while fostering a collaborative environment.Great organizational and leadership skills, and ability to inspire and align team members.Pay & BenefitsAt 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 $136,300 and $248,700, 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
Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
