AirPods Firmware Engineering Manager

AirPods have redefined how people listen to music take calls and experience the world around them and they continue to evolve with new products and technologies shipping every are looking for an experienced engineering leader to own the technology and product development for AirPods. You will build grow and inspire a high-performing engineering team setting technical direction while partnering closely with hardware software design and quality teams across Apple. This is a high-impact role at the center of one of Apples most beloved product lines with direct influence over the features and experiences that reach millions worldwide.

This is a high-visibility role leading firmware engineering for one of Apples most iconic product lines. As a manager you will play a significant part in product development by working in a highly collaborative rapidly changing environment to integrate new technologies into our designs. You will contribute at every stage of the Apple product development cycle from concept to production driving both individual product features and overall system people here at Apple dont just build products they build the kind of wonder thats revolutionized entire industries. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential as you will partner closely with team members and engineering teams across Apple.

Drive the current and future firmware architecture for your teams deliverablesnDocument requirements and feature specificationsnCollaborate closely with leaders across Apple to deliver a phenomenal user experiencenCoordinate technical updates with your engineering team and program managementnMake strategic technical decisions that positively affect the teams ability to deliver embedded technologiesnProvide employees with career development opportunities and ongoing constructive feedbacknInspire innovation and technical growth within your team through hands-on mentoring and encouragement

5 years of hands-on experience in firmware device driver development or equivalentn3 years leading an embedded software or firmware development teamnExpertise and proficiency in CnExcellent written and verbal communication skillsnB.S. or M.S. in Computer Science Computer Engineering Electrical Engineering or equivalent experience

Experience with RTOS embedded development and multithreaded programmingnExperience with MCUs peripherals features and development environmentsnKnowledge of USB and wireless technologiesnPassion for product ownership and a track record of successful product developmentnAbility to coordinate the efforts of multiple teamsnHighly organized creative and passionate about achieving results