System Engineering Program Manager (EPM)- Hardware Engineering

Apple - Cupertino, CA

Full-time

Cupertino, CA

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

About the position

The System Engineering Program Manager (EPM) for Hardware Engineering is responsible for aligning multiple teams at Apple to achieve key product objectives and drive new product development from concept to customer delivery. This role requires a passion for creating products that customers love and expertise in guiding complex hardware development programs, facilitating critical product decisions through effective communication and leadership.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define system hardware, features, and schedule baseline.
• Manage program baseline and active investigations, system schedule, critical paths, and technical risks.
• Identify and highlight engineering risk areas and partner with engineering subject matter experts to develop mitigation paths forward.
• Clearly communicate project status, top issues, and escalations to the project core team along with senior leadership.

Requirements

• Proven experience in Program Management or Hardware Engineering and leading multiple teams in new product development.
• Directly led at least 2 product development cycles for a system with hardware and software integration involved.
• Leadership skills and ability to inspire team members.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.
• Self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated critical thinking capabilities.
• Understands and deals well with rapid development cycles and constant change; remains flexible and calm in the face of uncertainty.