Optical Sensing Hardware Engineering Program Manager

Socket.dev; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple seeks to craft the next generation of optical sensing modules for its entire product line. You will lead a cross-functional team through design, integration, and launch of innovative sensing technologies, driving engineering excellence and rapid decision-making to deliver cutting-edge tech to millions.

You will manage complex programs, balance uncertainties, and apply AI tools to improve workflows while coordinating with global partners and internal teams in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• BS in STEM field (e.g. EE, ME, Physics, etc.) and +3 years relevant experience.
• Product development or program management experience shipping consumer electronic systems or hardware.
• Curiosity about AI tools and interest to apply them to engineering workflows.
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally (typically once per year).

Skills

Project management

Cross-functional leadership

AI tools curiosity

Travel willingness

Education

BS in STEM field

Job description

Imagine 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.

Description

In this critical, highly visible role, you will have the opportunity to craft the next generation of optical sensing modules for Apple's entire product line. You will manage projects involving the design, integration and launch of innovative optical sensing technologies for world-renowned Apple products. The optical sensing team features a collaborative environment with creative, smart people and cutting edge technologies. engineering excellence is expected. You will lead a highly cross functional team to navigate through uncertainties, be adapt to rapid changing scenarios, and lead complex decisions with the final goal to deliver the best technology into the hands of millions of people!

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in STEM field (e.g. EE, ME, Physics, etc.) and +3 years relevant experience
• Product development, engineering, or program management experience shipping consumer electronic systems, semiconductor, or other electronic hardware
• Curiosity about and familiarity with AI tools— with interest to apply them to improve engineering and program workflows
• Ability and willingness to travel internationally (typically once per year; accommodations available as needed)

Preferred Qualifications

• Relevant industry experience designing optical sensing hardware or project management relevant experience in a similar field.
• Knowledge of optical module design and subcomponents.
• Advanced engineering degree
• Excellent communication, organizational and leadership skills
• Confident in delivering technical data with ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience
• In-depth technical engineering knowledge to effectively establish and manage project and operational KPIs, assess and drive technical risks, and critically challenge engineering decisions.
• Proven ability to effectively manage multiple global contract manufacturers and vendors.
• Understands and deals well with rapid development cycles; remains flexible and calm in the face of uncertainty
• Self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities
• You should be able to fit in well with a team, understand capabilities and priorities while, cultivating a team environment.