Software Engineering Program Manager (Apps) - Technology Development Group

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Summary

Are you ready to explore a new application domain with a talented and collaborative team? Apple's Technology Development Group is looking for a dynamic Program Manager with a track record of shipping state of the art software programs and a desire to work with some of Apple's most advanced technologies including the augmented reality (AR) support offered in ARKit. As a member of our fast-paced organization, you will have the rare opportunity to shape upcoming products and experiences that will delight and inspire millions of people every day.


This is a hands-on Engineering Program Manager position where you will be involved in the product development lifecycle from concept to delivery in a rapidly changing industry. An ideal candidate for this role is organized and has the ability to understand and apply technical concepts quickly to facilitate hardware and software planning. They must also be good at establishing and communicating clear directions, setting primary and stretch objectives, reporting in a well-planned and organized manner and driving all aspects of the program while constantly looking for ways to improve upon and learn from experience.


Key Qualifications

Passion for and proven ability to quickly understand technical concepts in a wide range of fields.


Ability to provide succinct and accurate executive summaries of complicated situations and drive what matters.


Excellent communication and presentation skills, written and verbal.


Minimum 5 years of program/project management experience shipping software, including tracking software delivery process using tools and metrics


Description

Drive all aspects of large, cross-functional programs and feature areas related to real-time computer vision systems


Oversee aspects of multiple programs including scoping requirements, timelines, and resource allocation


Help define product, functional, and reporting requirements, often taking the lead to define appropriate process for definition and sign-off of key requirements fitting the program and team


Drive cross-functional efforts across SW, HW, Silicon Engineering and QA teams, as well as other cross-functional teams including


Infrastructure, Legal, Finance, Operations and other organizations both within and outside of Apple


Continuously look for opportunities and improve how programs are run and executed


Education & Experience

BS/MS, Computer Science / Engineering or relevant industry experience


Additional Requirements

Familiarity with computer vision concepts, augmented and virtual reality, 3D rendering engines, machine learning


Prior work experience (in any role) in any of these areas is desirable:


Computer Vision


Machine Learning


Digital Content Creation


3D Games Industry


Camera and Display Technologies


Experience working with product design and system architecture is a plus


Role Number: 200264313