Manager, Hardware Engineering Operations

Apple - Cupertino, CA

Full-time - Manager

Cupertino, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Manager of Hardware Engineering Operations will lead a team of engineering project and program managers to enhance the operational outcomes of the Hardware Engineering (HWE) team at Apple. This role focuses on delivering software applications and infrastructure-related programs that significantly impact engineering teams. The manager will establish cross-functional relationships, prioritize user needs, and drive innovation in workflows, ensuring timely and high-quality delivery of product roadmaps. Additionally, the manager will invest in team development through hiring, coaching, and inspiring team members.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineering project/program managers to deliver software application and infrastructure-related programs.
• Establish and develop critical cross-functional relationships to understand and prioritize user needs.
• Integrate user needs with broader workflow improvement strategies to create a product roadmap.
• Ensure consistent and reliable delivery of roadmaps on time and with high quality through capacity building and process improvements.
• Invest in team development through hiring, coaching, and inspiring team members.
• Inform and help evolve the strategic direction of the team.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
• 10+ years of experience in driving technical projects from roadmap definition through delivery.
• At least 5 years of direct management experience in program, project, or product management.
• Experience in developing effective teams with both early career and experienced employees.
• Proficiency in project management processes and tools.
• Strong relationship building and communication skills, both written and verbal.

Nice-to-haves

• Direct experience managing software development products.
• Experience working in hardware product development workflows, including related software applications.