Engineering Program Manager - Camera & Depth

Apple•San Diego, CA

About The Position

The Hardware Technologies Group is seeking a Camera/Depth Engineering Program Manager to drive the design, development, and integration of next-generation camera and depth modules into iPhone, iPad, and Mac products. The role coordinates hardware, optics, software, mechanical engineering, and operations teams to develop, manufacture, and integrate high-quality cameras across Apple’s product line. The EPM leads hardware engineering efforts through module design, manufacturing, testing, and validation. The role defines build plans for multiple module integrators, serves as the primary lead during module development, and advocates for camera performance across the organization. It also oversees schedules, budgets, execution plans, risk management, and delivery, while communicating status and issues to development teams and Apple executives. The role requires international travel and experience using AI tools and technologies to improve program management efficiency, data analysis, and decision-making.

Requirements

Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
Coursework and/or internship experience in hardware domains as a program or project manager.
Demonstrated experience leveraging AI tools and technologies to enhance program management efficiency, data analysis, and decision-making.
Ability to travel internationally.

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Physics, or a related field.
Coursework and/or internship experience in optics and lens design.
Coursework and/or internship experience in camera module design, development, or project management.
Coursework and/or internship experience in mobile phone system design, system integration, or manufacturing.
Coursework and/or internship experience with mass-production consumer electronics, supply chain, and test processes.
Coursework and/or internship experience working with international OEM/ODM partners, vendors, or in a multinational development environment.
Exceptional listening, presentation, and communication skills.
Self-motivation and a strong work ethic, with creative and critical thinking abilities.
Strong leadership skills and the ability to motivate and encourage team members.
Highly organized, with the ability to create high-quality plans and status reports.
Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the appropriate audience.
Genuine passion and know-how for photography, digital imaging, and consumer products.

Responsibilities

Lead hardware engineering teams through the design, manufacture, testing, and validation of camera and depth modules.
Define and drive build plans for multiple module integrators.
Serve as the primary lead during module development and advocate for the best camera performance throughout the organization.
Create and maintain project schedules and budgets.
Collaborate with engineering managers and peer engineering program managers to supervise and maintain execution plans and status.
Navigate interpersonal conflicts and bring people together.
Deliver depth and camera modules on schedule and facilitate risk management.
Communicate status and issues to the development team and Apple executives.
Facilitate effective communication and transparency between cooperating cross-functional teams.
Understand technical issues and drive them to closure by bringing key stakeholders together for decision-making.
Leverage AI tools and technologies to enhance program management efficiency, data analysis, and decision-making.
Travel internationally.