Software/Firmware Engineering Program Manager - Beats

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 175,500 - 311,700; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. Beats group seeks a world-class Software/Firmware Engineering Program Manager to lead end-to-end software and embedded firmware development for Beats hardware programs in Cupertino.

You will coordinate with SW engineering, hardware, QA, marketing, and factory teams to deliver exceptional audio products and accessories. The Senior Engineering PM will enable large cross-functional teams, apply strong planning and risk management, and drive projects through the full product lifecycle

Qualifications

• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines.
• 5–10 years of high-tech industry experience with hands-on work with software development teams.
• 5 years software or firmware program management experience in consumer product development.
• Track record of managing products through the entire product development life cycle.
• Experience working with suppliers/partners and offshore vendors.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with diverse teams and interact, influence, collaborate, and negotiate effectively at all levels of management.
• Familiarity with project management, bug management, and source code management tools.

Responsibilities

• Lead feature definition, implementation and testing with SW, firmware, hardware, and testing teams.
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules.
• Translate complex technical topics into actionable plans for teams and leadership.
• Coordinate with teams to identify issues, prioritize tasks and track risks to schedule and product quality.
• Communicate development achievements, timelines and status updates to stakeholders and executives.
• Manage and foster external partner relationships and communication.
• Drive factory readiness in support of hardware builds.

Skills

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Leadership

Risk management

Stakeholder management

Education

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

M.S. preferred

Tools

Project management tools

Bug tracking tools

Source code management tools

Job description

Software/Firmware Engineering Program Manager - Beats

Cupertino, California, United States Hardware

Apple is seeking a world-class Program Manager to join the Software/Firmware team that delivers Beats audio products and accessories. In this dynamic position, you will initiate, manage, and drive the end-to-end execution of software and embedded firmware development projects for hardware programs throughout a product’s development lifecycle and delivery stages. We are looking for someone who is flexible and can respond quickly, energetically, and enthusiastically to changes. Strong communication and experience across and between a diversity of teams and team members is critical. The candidate will interact with all engineering design fields along with QA teams, marketing, factory testing, and other resources inside and outside Apple to create exceptional audio, accessory, and home products. Apply today!

Description

The Beats group is seeking a Senior Engineering Program Manager with a proven track record of enabling large cross‑functional teams to deliver complex features and products. The ideal candidate will possess an entrepreneurial approach to problem solving and have exceptional leadership and software project management skills, built on a rock solid foundation of planning and risk management. Projects that you would help to move forward include internally developed and co‑developed audio products and accessories.

Responsibilities

• Lead feature definition, implementation and testing while engaging with SW Engineering, embedded firmware, hardware, and testing teams
• Develop and manage detailed project schedules
• Grasp complex technical topics and abstract key issues and turn them into actionable plans for teams and leadership
• Coordinate with teams to identify issues, prioritize tasks and track risks to schedule and product quality
• Communicate development achievements, project timelines and status updates to stakeholders and provide regular program status updates to executive team
• Manage and foster external partner relationships and communication
• Drive factory readiness in support of hardware builds

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines.
• 5-10 years of high-tech industry experience with track record of hands‑on work with software development teams
• 5 years software or firmware program management experience in consumer product development
• Track record of managing products through the entire product development life cycle
• History of handling business relationships with suppliers and partners
• Experience working with off shore vendors and development teams
• Excellent winter and oral communication skills
• Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with diverse teams and interact, influence, collaborate, and negotiate effectively at all levels of management
• Familiarity with project management, bug management, and source code management tools

Preferred Qualifications

• M.S. is highly desired
• Knowledgeable of one or more technologies: wireless, DSP, battery, connectivity, Ul/UX, and embedded software

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 $175,500 and $311,700, 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

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