Engineering Program Manager, Health Sensing Architecture & Algorithms

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 144,600 - 263,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Relocation assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Comprehensive benefits

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA, seeks an Engineering Program Manager to deliver next‑generation health sensing software for fitness applications. You will lead cross-functional teams across hardware, firmware, software, and ML to define, plan, and ship sensing technologies that power Apple experiences.

The role demands exceptional leadership, clear communication, and a strategic mindset. You will manage schedules, risks, and inter‑team collaboration while translating complex technical topics into

Qualifications

• 1+ years in technical program or product management or leadership on large technical projects
• Experience with embedded software, sensor systems, ML, CV, foundation models, or NLP
• Excellent communication, presentation, organizational and leadership skills
• Self-motivated, proactive and able to work in fast-paced environments
• Proficient with generative AI tools in daily program management
• B.S. or higher in engineering or related technical discipline

Responsibilities

• Drive large, cross-functional efforts to build health sensing technologies.
• Define features, plan schedules, identify risks, and guide execution.
• Communicate with executive leadership and enable decision making.
• Create development schedules and manage inter-team coordination.

Skills

Embedded software

Sensor systems

Machine learning

Computer vision

Foundation models

NLP

Communication skills

Leadership

AI tooling usage

Education

B.S. or higher degree in engineering or related technical discipline

B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or PhD in technical discipline

Job description

Engineering Program Manager, Health Sensing Architecture & Algorithms

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

We are looking for an outstanding Engineering Program Manager to deliver next-generation sensing software technologies for health and fitness applications. From machine learning to artificial intelligence, you will be working at the cutting edge of custom hardware, data, and software capabilities to deliver world-class Apple experiences. We are looking for Program Managers who can thrive in a dynamic workplace where both individual drive and team collaboration are the keys to success. You have experience in product development and program / project / product management, proven leadership capabilities, excellent communication skills, and a passion for shipping new technologies.

Description

In this role, you will drive large, cross‑functional efforts to build technologies across Apple. Your ability to develop relationships and trust across system and module hardware and software teams will be key to your success. You will drive feature definition, implementation and testing while engaging with algorithm, SW engineering, embedded firmware, hardware, and testing teams. You will ensure tight inter‑team coordination and communication. You will create development schedules, identify critical paths, and maintain throughout execution. You are able to grasp complex technical topics, identify risks and mitigation paths. You are able to synthesize large amounts of data into concise written and verbal analyses that enable decision making at the executive level. The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial approach to problem solving and have exceptional leadership skills built on a rock solid foundation of planning and risk management.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years of technical program or product management, or a leadership role in a large technical project
• Knowledgeable of one or more technologies: embedded software, sensor systems, machine learning, computer vision, foundation models, NLP. Ability to dive into technical details
• Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and leadership skills. Able to work with diverse teams and interact, influence, collaborate, and negotiate effectively at all levels of management
• Self‑motivated and proactive. Understands and deals well with a fast paced environment, while remaining calm and flexible in the face of uncertainty
• Regularly incorporates generative AI tools into daily program management work as a standard practice, not an occasional aid
• B.S. or higher degree in engineering or related technical discipline

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of technical program management experience in consumer facing product development
• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or PhD in technical discipline
• Medical device, coaching or fitness background
• Direct experience shipping or supporting GenAI/LLM‑powered consumer features

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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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 seek to promote 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.

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Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.