Custom Silicon Management Engineering Program Manager

Apple is seeking a Custom Silicon Management Engineering Program Manager to join their Hardware team. This role is crucial in ensuring that 3rd-party developed analog/mixed-signal Custom Silicon designs meet Apple's technical, quality, and schedule requirements. The position involves representing Apple with custom silicon vendors worldwide and driving the complete Silicon development lifecycle.

The role requires a unique blend of technical expertise and program management skills to oversee silicon program schedules and resolve technical challenges. You'll be responsible for managing the entire process from initial concept through mass production, including vendor selection, implementation, validation, and qualification. Success in this position demands strong leadership abilities and the capability to forge strategic relationships with both internal and external stakeholders.

Working within the Engineering Program Management team, you'll lead technical issue resolution and drive internal processes to ensure high-quality Silicon definition and timely execution. The role involves coordinating with multi-functional teams across various disciplines, including Design, Modeling, Embedded Firmware, Verification, Validation, Process Technology, and more.

This is an opportunity to directly impact Apple's groundbreaking products by ensuring the delivery of high-quality custom silicon components. The position requires approximately 10% international travel and offers the chance to work with cutting-edge technology while managing relationships with global vendors and internal stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will bring a strong technical background combined with exceptional program management skills, demonstrating the ability to lead complex technical initiatives while maintaining clear communication channels and driving continuous improvement.