Haptics Engineering Program Manager

At Apple new insights have a way of becoming extraordinary products services and customer experiences very quickly. Collaborative solutions-oriented people and inspiring innovative technologies are the norm here. 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 pursuitsnnThe Haptics team builds the ground-breaking Taptic Engine a critical component of the iPhone Watch and Pencil Pro customer this critical and highly visible role you will manage projects involving the design integration and launch of haptic solutions. nnYou will leverage your engineering background to manage program execution from technology or feature concept to mass production and launch. This is a highly collaborative environment where you will lead cross-functional teams and define program plans and schedules. You will bring teams together align them on goals and resolve conflicts to provide Apple customers with the best user-experience in the industry. Come join us in crafting solutions the world doesnt know of yet!

- Lead and drive communications and alignment between multi-functional teams including mechanical electrical process reliability software and firmware engineering nn- Define and communicate program plans schedule and cost/budgetnn- Deliver executive communication/presentations and drive the decision-making processnn- Manage engineering development builds working with process teams operations partners and suppliers/vendors to create new sensing subsystems nn- Ensure engineering excellence and help drive smart risk taking through logical and balanced decisionsnn- Identify and resolve risks conflicts interdependencies and program issuesnn- Navigate unexpected changes in the program due to outside influencesnn- Drive continuous improvement: Look for patterns offer best practices and implement change

BS in STEM field (e.g. EE ME Physics etc.) and 3 years relevant experiencenProduct development engineering or program management experience shipping consumer electronic systems semiconductor or other electronic hardwarenCuriosity about and familiarity with AI toolswith interest to apply them to improve engineering and program workflowsnAbility and willingness to travel internationally (typically once per year; accommodations available as needed)

Relevant industry experience designing optical sensing hardware or project management relevant experience in a similar of electro-mechanical systemsnAdvanced engineering degreenExcellent communication organizational and leadership skills nExperience using AI agents to automate complex design and validation processesnConfident in delivering technical data with ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audiencenIn-depth technical engineering knowledge to effectively establish and manage project and operational KPIs assess and drive technical risks and critically challenge engineering ability to effectively manage multiple global contract manufacturers and vendors. nUnderstands and deals well with rapid development cycles; remains flexible and calm in the face of uncertaintynSelf-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilitiesnYou should be able to fit in well with a team understand capabilities and priorities while cultivating a team environment.