Technology and Metrology Engineering Program Manager - Sensors

Summary

Apple is where you go to do your life’s best work. Apple crafts consumer electronics that have touched millions and changed the way people harmonize with electronic devices around the world. Behind every Apple product is a deep bench of very hardworking multi-functional teams, where the attention to detail defines success versus failure. HWTE is responsible for designing and developing methodologies and measurement solutions for calibration and validation of key technologies across Apple’s products. For new technologies, we focus on metrology development and design characterization. The team takes on a multitude of imaging & sensing technologies across all product lines. We are looking for an expert, technical leader with experience in touch sensing hardware to join the team championing calibration and test strategy through engagement in early stages of technology development. If you have broad experience across key hardware technologies, a strong product/customer focus, experience guiding sophisticated programs through the development process, and the ability to distill tradeoffs down to key factors and drive critical technology and product decisions we’d love to hear from you.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in EE, CE or related field 5+ years relevant industry experience in sensing technologies Knowledge of hardware/software architecture and interoperability of complex systems Knowledge of touch-sensing technology fundamentals

Preferred Qualifications

Master’s Degree in EE, CE or related field 10+ years relevant industry experience in sensing technologies Background in touch design and touch-sensing technologies Understanding of hardware/software architecture and interoperability of complex systems Knowledge of statistical data analysis, design, process and test FMEA High volume consumer electronics calibration, testing and manufacturing experience Technical leadership and/or project management experience with excellent oral and written communication skills. Ability to bring focus and transparency to complex situations while monitoring the bigger picture and the needs of a rapid development cycle

Description

The Technology Program Office in Hardware Test Engineering (HWTE) champions technology calibration and test strategy while balancing between quality/customer experience with operational requirements. In this highly cross functional role, we are looking for leaders to engage in early stages of technology development supporting prototyping, design validation, simulation & metrology development activities, as well as identifying mass production intent solutions. This would require proactively driving alignment and convergence plan with cross functional teams, identifying risks & mitigating them — all while presenting frequently to senior leadership across Apple.

Responsibilities

Strategic Alignment & Roadmap Influence: Work proactively with key HWTE technology stakeholders in Europe, US and Asia to review and understand technology/module roadmaps. Ensure strategic alignment between new technology investments and the development of appropriate, scalable, and forward-looking metrology solutions. Stakeholder Partnership: Establish, continuously maintain, and nurture robust functional partnerships with key stakeholders across Apple (Engineering, Operations, Product and Research) - across timezones and continents Engineering, Product, and other cross-functional teams globally. Technical Program Execution: Oversee and drive successful execution of metrology development and algorithm pipelines from concept through to mass production for complex technologies. Proactively identify and drive resolution of technical risks, working with engineering leads to develop mitigation strategies and contingency plans Program & Meeting Ownership: Own end-to-end project delivery, ensuring accurate completion while maintaining high quality standards through meticulous testing and validation processes. Own and drive critical meetings, technical reviews, and program updates with senior leaders and cross-functional partners, ensuring clear communication, documented actions, and decisive outcomes. Establish and drive quarterly roadmap & prioritization reviews with HWTE leadership team. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Champion best practices in program management, risk management, and cross-functional communication to ensure timely delivery and high-quality outcomes across globally distributed teams. Communication Excellence: Serve as a central point of communication for program status, risks, and decisions, tailoring communication appropriately for diverse audiences, including executive leadership.