AirPods Firmware Engineering Manager

Apple • Cupertino, CA

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About The Position

This is a high-visibility role leading firmware engineering for one of Apple's most iconic product lines. As a manager, you will play a significant part in product development by working in a highly collaborative, rapidly changing environment to integrate new technologies into our designs. You will contribute at every stage of the Apple product development cycle, from concept to production, driving both individual product features and overall system validation. The people here at Apple don't just build products, they build the kind of wonder that's revolutionized entire industries. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential, as you will partner closely with team members and engineering teams across Apple.

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in firmware, device driver development, or equivalent
• 3+ years leading an embedded software or firmware development team
• Expertise and proficiency in C
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

Nice To Haves

• Experience with RTOS embedded development and multithreaded programming
• Experience with MCUs, peripherals, features, and development environments
• Knowledge of USB and wireless technologies
• Passion for product ownership and a track record of successful product development
• Highly organized, creative, and passionate about achieving results

Responsibilities

• Own the technology and product development for AirPods.
• Build, grow, and inspire a high-performing engineering team.
• Set technical direction.
• Partner closely with hardware, software, design, and quality teams across Apple.
• Integrate new technologies into our designs.
• Contribute at every stage of the Apple product development cycle, from concept to production.
• Drive both individual product features and overall system validation.
• Coordinate the efforts of multiple teams.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager