Engineering Program Manager, Sensor Software User Studies & Data Collection

Apple Inc.; Cupertino, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 145,000 - 264,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock programs

Tuition reimbursement

Relocation assistance

Discounted products

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA, is seeking an Engineering Program Manager to drive real-world data collection for training and validating next‑generation sensing algorithms.

You will lead cross‑functional efforts across hardware, software, and operations to land data collection programs on time with high quality data. The role emphasizes strong program management, leadership, and the ability to navigate ambiguity while delivering scalable data pipelines for sensing and AI experiences.

Qualifications

• 1+ years in technical program or product management, or a technical leadership role in a large engineering project.
• Knowledgeable of embedded software, sensor systems, data collection or research systems, machine learning, computer vision.
• Excellent communication, presentation, organizational, and leadership skills.
• Able to work with diverse teams and interact, influence, collaborate, and negotiate at all management levels.
• Self-motivated and proactive in a fast-paced environment; remains calm amid uncertainty.
• Regularly incorporates generative AI tools into daily program management work as a standard practice.
• B.S. or higher degree in engineering or related technical discipline.

Responsibilities

• Drive complex, cross-functional data collection efforts spanning hardware, software, and operations teams.
• Scope data collection programs, build and track schedules, identify critical paths, and manage risk.
• Coordinate legal, operator/participant experience, and vendor logistics; ensure timely delivery with quality data.
• Synthesize information into concise analyses to enable decision-making from working teams to executives.
• Collaborate with executives and engineers; maintain planning and risk management as an entrepreneurial leader.

Skills

Technical program mgmt

Embedded software

Sensor systems

Data collection

Machine learning

Computer vision

Communication skills

Leadership

Education

B.S. or higher in engineering

B.S. in CS/CE/EE or PhD

Job description

Engineering Program Manager, Sensor Software User Studies & Data Collection

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

We are looking for an outstanding Engineering Program Manager to drive the collection and delivery of real-world data that fuels the training and validation of Apple's next-generation sensing algorithms. From cameras to advanced sensing systems, 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 complex, cross-functional data collection efforts that span hardware, software, algorithm, and operations teams, enabling both sensing algorithms and AI experiences. Your ability to build relationships and trust across engineering and operations partners will be key to your success. You will scope data collection programs, build and track schedules, identify critical paths, and manage risk from initial proposal through data delivery. You will coordinate legal, operator/participant experience, and vendor logistics alongside technical execution, ensuring data collection programs land on time with quality data. You can grasp complex technical topics, identify risks and mitigation paths, and communicate clearly to both engineering partners and executive stakeholders. You will synthesize large amounts of information into concise written and verbal analyses that enable decision-making at every level, from working teams to executive reviews. The ideal candidate has an entrepreneurial approach to problem solving, is comfortable operating with ambiguity, and has exceptional organizational and leadership skills built on a solid foundation of planning and risk management.

Minimum Qualifications

• 1+ years of technical program or product management, or a technical leadership role in a large engineering project
• Knowledgeable of one or more technologies: embedded software, sensor systems, data collection or research systems, machine learning, computer vision
• 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
• 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 a technical discipline
• Experience with quantitative or sensor-driven data collection programs that feed machine learning or algorithm development pipelines
• Experience managing vendor relationships, contract negotiation, or field logistics

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.

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• retirement benefits
• a range of discounted products and free services
• for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
• this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation
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