Senior Software Engineering Manager, SSP Data

Summary

Posted: Jan 17, 2025

Role Number:200586831

Our mission in Sensor Software and Prototyping (SSP) Data is to power the design and development of the best products in the world through Data, while championing quality, privacy, safety, and an ethical experience! Our software and infrastructure has powered the Data to create some of Apple’s groundbreaking features in Health such as Heart Rate and ECG; Sensing features such as TouchID, FaceID, Multitouch, Hand Gestures on Watch; and Computer Vision features like SLAM, Scene Understanding, Gaze tracking, and Hand and Body Tracking. SSP Data is looking for an experienced Senior Manager to own the Software Engineering teams responsible for our data collection software on both prototype and shipping hardware across the Apple ecosystem (examples: VisionPro, Apple Watch, iPhone, iPad) and integrating these with ground truth sensing devices. The role includes responsibility for overseeing the strategic and tactical directions of our software and related technologies, orchestrating a roadmap that aligns the strategic goals with the needs of many internal cross-functional partner teams.

Description

Lead the software team that delivers Data for some of Apple’s most innovative features. In this highly visible position, you will collaborate with multi-functional and cross-discipline teams across Apple to drive strategy and execution of a software platform that will power the data needed for new hardware and software features – from small, focused research studies to large-scale worldwide operations. – Mentor and develop new leaders and cultivate team career growth – Provide both tactical and strategic planning along with strong leadership skills – Drive data collection infrastructure strategy across the Apple device ecosystem – Communicate at the executive level in shaping data roadmaps

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science, Electrical and Computer Engineering, or similar area
• 5+ years leading a team focused on macOS, iOS, tvOS, visionOS or watchOS development
• 3+ years leading at least one manager
• Have in-depth knowledge of Swift, Objective-C, or C++
• A proven track record of strategic leadership of a large team, and a history of executing on pivotal initiatives
• Outstanding leadership and team management skills, with a focus on team building and individual development

Preferred Qualifications

• 5-10 years of senior leadership experience managing software engineering teams
• Fast learner of complex hardware and software systems and unfamiliar technologies
• You are flexible and comfortable with ambiguity — able to rapidly optimize across many variables and values to make the best decisions
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Readily builds rapport, inspiration, and credibility across large organizations
• Experience crafting and implementing outstanding user interfaces and customer experience

Pay & Benefits

• At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $219,300 and $378,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
  
  Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
  
  Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.