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Sensing, Power, and Haptics Engineering Program Manager

Cupertino, CAOnsiteFull TimePosted 2 months agoVisa sponsorship available

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Required skills

  • Sensing
  • Power
  • Haptics
  • Engineering Program Manager
  • Hardware Development
  • Product Development
  • Program Management
  • Semiconductor
  • Sensing Technologies
  • Hardware Systems

Nice to have

  • Advanced Engineering Degree
  • Consumer Electronics
  • Multi-functional Teams
  • Electrical Engineering
  • Algorithms Engineering
  • Process Engineering

Role summary

Apple is seeking a Sensing, Power, and Haptics Engineering Program Manager to orchestrate the development of next-generation sensing technologies across its product portfolio. This pivotal role involves leading the full lifecycle of sensing systems from concept to validation, collaborating with suppliers and multi-functional teams. The ideal candidate will have a BS in a STEM field and over 10 years of relevant hardware development experience, with a focus on product development, engineering, or program management for semiconductor, sensing, or hardware systems. Preferred qualifications include an advanced degree, consumer electronics experience, team leadership, and familiarity with AI tools for workflow improvement.

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! Collaborative, solutions-oriented 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.

Description


In this pivotal role, you will orchestrate the creation of next-generation sensing, including Health, Optical, Touch and Force, wireless power, and haptics technologies, shaping the technical landscape across Apple’s product portfolio to deliver an industry-leading user experience. You will lead the development and integration of advanced sensing systems, collaborating closely with world-class suppliers and multi-functional teams across Apple. As an Engineering Program Manager, you will drive the full lifecycle of sensing systems and features—from concept to specification, characterization to integration, and validation at both module and system levels. In this capacity, you will serve as the primary bridge for cross-functional communication and along with the engineering manager be the face of the program. Our team cultivates a creative, collaborative atmosphere and values technical curiosity, thoroughness, and engineering excellence. Our goal is to push technical boundaries to ship products with best-in-class, differentiated experiences. Join us in crafting the next generation of sensing solutions!

Minimum Qualifications


BS in STEM field (e.g. EE, ME, Physics, etc.) and +10 years relevant experience Engineering experience in a hardware development environment - Product development, engineering, or program management experience shipping semiconductor, sensing technologies, or hardware systems in any field Curiosity about and familiarity with AI tools, with interest in applying them to improve engineering and program workflows Ability and willingness to travel internationally (typically once per year; accommodations available as needed)

Preferred Qualifications


Advanced engineering degree Experience in consumer electronics Proven ability to lead and inspire multi-functional teams (e.g., Electrical, Algorithms, Process and Test Engineering), fostering collaboration by understanding diverse capabilities and priorities to deliver pioneering sensing solutions Strong communication and organizational skills, with the ability to distill complex technical data for the right audience and drive clear decision-making Thrives in ambiguity and rapid development cycles — self-motivated and proactive, with the creative and critical-thinking skills to navigate undefined problems, remaining calm and flexible as challenges emerge

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