Systems Architecture and New Technologies Engineering Program Manager - Apple Watch

Summary Posted: Feb 10, 2024 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 200537948 The Systems Architecture and New Technologies Engineering Program Manager (EPM) role within Hardware Engineering encompasses the driving of new features and technologies for the Watch product line, and enabling roadmap decisions. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Understands and deals well with rapid development cycles Knowledge of product development and manufacturing processes Rapidly gets up to speed with new technology and ideas; able to dive deep and prepare teams for executive scrutiny Good understanding of product feature vs value tradeoff analysis Demonstrates creative and critical thinking capabilities Able to generate clear and accurate visualizations of quantitative data Excellent oral and written communication, active listening, and presentation skills Equally comfortable in big-picture strategy and deep technical discussions Able to comprehend, communicate, and manage complex design tradeoff decisions, with superior attention to detail Works collaboratively, builds trust with other teams, and able to influence others without authority Description Description Responsible for leading projects from initial highly ambiguous ideas to converged requirements and stable systems architecture. The EPM documents and tracks product definition baseline, opens/risk, and convergence plan. This requires identifying criteria, dependencies, alternatives, risks, and timeline associated with all product decisions. These high quality decisions are enabled by collaborating with cross-functional organizations at all levels. In addition, the EPM engages technology partners in order to explore new technologies, anticipate changes in strategy and determine readiness for product intercept. Education & Experience Education & Experience BS in Engineering required, Mechanical or Electrical preferred - Experience in hardware engineering or program management preferred 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 $188,000.00 and $351,200.00, 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. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.