Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

Apple

A leading technology company that designs and develops consumer electronics, software, and services.

San Francisco, CA, USA

$175,800 - $312,200

Hardware

Senior Software Engineer

In-Person

5,000+ Employees

5+ years of experience

Consumer

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Description For Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

The Strategic Design Engineering team at Apple is seeking an experienced Product Development Engineer to join their innovative team. This role focuses on creating cutting-edge products and accessories through diverse strategies and tactics. The position requires a strong background in mechanical product development, with the ability to lead full product development cycles. The ideal candidate will work on pushing boundaries in features, cost, and performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams. The role offers competitive compensation ranging from $175,800 to $312,200, along with comprehensive benefits including stock options and healthcare. Located in the San Francisco Bay Area, this position involves working with international partners and requires up to 15% travel. The role combines hands-on technical work with strategic thinking, making it ideal for experienced engineers looking to impact next-generation consumer electronics development.

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Responsibilities For Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

Create mechanical system architecture(s) for new and existing products
Partner with ID and product marketing to balance and deliver feature set at a competitive total cost
Define overall system requirements for supplier-based build-to-spec projects
Conceptual design to communicate architecture ideas and features to suppliers
Document design & performance specifications, and required test protocols
Drive all aspects of NPI with key cross-functional partners
Data analysis and reporting from factory builds for design validation

Requirements For Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

Bachelors Degree in Mechanical Engineering (or similar field)
5+ years in product development, including experience shipping products with CM and/or ODM overseas partners
Ability to travel internationally up to 15%
Experience with supplier management & shipping high-volume consumer products
Understanding of product development and validation cycle
Expertise in part cost modeling and developing a costed BOM

Benefits For Product Development Engineer - Strategic Design Engineering (SDE)

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

401k

Equity

Education Budget

Relocation Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
Employee stock programs
Educational reimbursement
Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Discretionary bonuses
Relocation benefits
Product discounts
Free services

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A leading technology company that designs and develops consumer electronics, software, and services.

San Francisco, CA, USA

$175,800 - $312,200

Hardware

Senior Software Engineer

In-Person

5,000+ Employees

5+ years of experience

Consumer

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