Haptics Engineering Program Manager

About the job

The Haptics team builds the ground-breaking Taptic Engine, a critical component of the iPhone, Watch, and Pencil Pro customer experience.

In this critical, highly visible role, you will manage projects involving the design, integration, and launch of haptic solutions. You will leverage your engineering background to manage program execution from concept phase to mass production. 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. Engineering excellence is expected and encouraged. Come join us in crafting solutions the world doesn’t know of yet!

You will serve as a cross-functional team leader. You will be expected to: Define and communicate program plans, schedule, and status Ensure engineering excellence and help drive logical, balanced, and aggressive decisions Prepare and present executive communications Manage preparation and execution of engineering development builds Identify and resolve conflicts, interdependencies, and program issues Work with the cross functional teams to mitigate program risks React to unexpected changes in the program due to outside influences Work cross-functionally to identify critical performance parameters Deliver a report at the end of internship that summarizes contributions and identifies patterns, best practices, and ideas for change.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS degree in a relevant technical field
• MS degree in a relevant field (in progress OK)

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong technical fundamentals (e.g. hardware development)
• Excellent communication, organization, and leadership skills
• Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience
• Self motivated, proactive, and curious
• Ability to excel within rapid development cycles
• Calm in the face of uncertainty
• Ability to apply critical thinking to identify risks and creative solutions
• Teamwork: The candidate must be able to fit in well with a team and understand capabilities and priorities while fostering a collaborative environment
• Knowledge of electro-mechanical systems
• Experience with high volume mass production
• Knowledge of statistical analysis methods and design of experiments
• Prior internship or similar professional experience in a relevant industry
• Experience applying AI tools for improved efficiency or team collaboration

Pay & Benefits

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 $59.49 and $89.84/hr, 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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EEO Statement

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.