Job Description

Summary

We’re a diverse collection of thinkers and doers, continually reimagining what’s possible to help us all do what we love in new ways. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with the Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Air Pods as well as with services, including iTunes, the App Store, Apple Music, and Apple Pay. The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices — strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it.


Technology development group is looking for a AR/VR Audio Systems Manager to lead the team responsible for audio system software architecture, low-level firmware, power/performance optimization. This team is responsible for the real time audio stack in Apple’s next generation products and collaborates closely with experience, software, and hardware teams.

Key Qualifications

10+ years industry experience in Audio and low-level embedded development

5+ years of management experience in the Audio domain

Deep understanding of real time audio and multithreaded software

Familiarity with audio engineering and ability to get into technical details to solve problems.

Ability to lead cross-functional architecture definition in collaboration with user experience, software, and signal processing teams

Familiarity with power/performance optimization techniques to deliver top notch audio experiences

Familiarity with system hardware and silicon architecture for audio products

Description

We are looking for a hands on leader who cares deeply about audio and building high performing teams. The successful candidate will lead the Audio Systems team responsible for the real time audio stack in Apple’s next generation products.


The team collaborates closely with user experience and signal processing algorithm teams. Familiarity with embedded real time systems (firmware, data, RTOS, silicon) and a foundational understanding of audio processing (sampling theorem, bit depth, serial communication, signal processing, noise suppression, beam forming) is desirable.


Central to the success of this role is the ability to drive architectural consensus with multiple stakeholder organizations while maintaining focus on low-latency and low-power audio system specification required to deliver high quality spatial audio experiences. Experience leading engineering teams to deliver key features for audio products is a plus.

Education & Experience

Bachelor's of Science or Engineering in a relevant discipline. Significant industry experience is crucial to the success of this role.

Additional Requirements

If you are a Colorado resident, this is for you:


At Apple, we see the whole you. We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. [Job Title X] starts at a minimum annual salary of 179,100. The actual pay may be higher depending on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Every Apple employee also has the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder, because all team members are eligible for stock grants and also a discount when purchasing Apple stock.


We offer all kinds of ways to experience well-being, confidence, and satisfaction. Learn more about Apple benefits.


Note: Apple benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.

Role Number: 200384788