Software Engineering Manager, watchOS System Experience

$219,300 - $378,700/Yr

Apple - Cupertino, CA

Full-time - Manager

Cupertino, CA

10,001+ employees

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The Software Engineering Manager for watchOS System Experience at Apple is responsible for leading a team of skilled engineers in delivering system-level features for watchOS. This role involves overseeing the Carousel team, which is integral to the Watch platform, managing aspects such as system startup, app launching, notifications, and display behaviors. The position requires strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to thrive in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of software engineers in the development of system-level features for watchOS.
• Oversee the delivery of key functionalities related to system startup, app browsing, notifications, and display behaviors.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product launches.
• Drive the application or systems architecture and ensure alignment with overall product goals.
• Mentor and develop senior engineers within the team.

Requirements

• Experience leading a software development team.
• Strong technical understanding and hands-on experience with software development and lifecycle management.
• Solid computer science fundamentals.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Nice-to-haves

• Experience defining and driving application or systems architecture.
• Ability to work with partners at all levels of the stack, from hardware to applications.
• Strong problem-solving and debugging skills.

Benefits

• Dental insurance
• Employee stock purchase plan
• Health insurance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement for formal education related to career advancement