Optical Sensing HW – Engineering Manager

Summary Posted: Nov 10, 2023 Role Number: 200519460 Design, develop, and launch next-generation Sensing Technologies. The Optical Sensing HW team integrates optical sensors across a variety of Apple products. Bring devices to life and enable them interact with users and the environment in ways never envisioned before. Join us in crafting solutions the world doesn't know of yet. We are looking for an engineering manager with a proven track-record in leading and driving hardware development in a cross-functional environment, with extensive system-level sensor design/development experience, and strong hands-on background in either analog/mixed-signal EE or experimental optics/physics fundamentals. Previous management experience preferred but not required. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Experience leading hardware development in a multi-functional setting, including resolving debate through data-driven tradeoff analysis Ability to take ownership of a user-facing feature, and break it down into HW-level specifications and deliverables, to drive team progress and decisions for key achievements Excellent written and verbal communication skills and solid collaboration and leadership skills – able to present to cross-functional and senior management audiences Strong technical background in either: Electrical engineering: Analog and mixed-signal system-level circuit design; hands-on experience with board-level circuit design; EE modeling experience (SPICE, COMSOL, Q3D, etc) a plus Experimental optics/physics: Optical system design and development; geometrical and illumination optics fundamentals; hands-on lab bench bring-up with optical sources/detectors and associated mechanical fixturing/electronics; optical modeling experience (LightTools, Zemax, etc) a plus Experience in MATLAB, Python, or similar numerical analysis/modeling/automation tools Sensor development and systems integration experience Ability to optimally mentor and develop talent to build a world-class team Description Description - Own and lead cross-functional development of an optical sensor system + feature. Collaborate across EE, optics, mechanical, process, FW, test, program management, system, operations, etc to lead the team to successful delivery of a sensor solution - Lead system-level design, integration, characterization, and validation - Failure mode analysis, root cause diagnosis, and system-level problem solving - Incorporate sensor modeling/simulation to inform design implementations - Present to executive management on key developments / issues - Assume accountability for the reporting team, in terms of team deliverables as well as their growth and development - Business travel to support product development Education & Experience Education & Experience BS and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Pay & Benefits 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 $174,000 and $301,000, 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. Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.