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Apple’s Vision Products Group (VPG) is looking for an experienced, highly technical EPM to join the team driving System compute validation. In this role, you will play a critical role in ensuring the successful functional validation and verification of our advanced system architecture. Your expertise and oversight will be instrumental in driving diverse cross-functional technical teams to ensure architecture meets product requirements and system specs.
Description
As the System Compute Validation EPM for all the functional aspects that use compute, you will drive the development of comprehensive validation plans in coordination with cross-functional teams and ensure end-to end system architecture is thoroughly tested and verified.
Planning and Test Definition
• Lead the initial engagement with Systems Engineering (SE) and Software teams to define validation scopes
• Leverage internal tools to generate and refine the initial sets of detailed test cases
• Conduct detailed review sessions to ensure test coverage completeness
• Publish and maintain detailed validation schedules, mapping prioritized tests to specific validation milestones
Convergence & De-risking
• Identify key dependencies for execution and establish clear pass/fail criteria
• Work closely with Xfunc partners to understand dependencies and align test case start dates
• Bias towards “shift-left”, and ability to push teams to de-risk central compute ahead of major milestones
• Set up and maintain reporting dashboard and regular exec updates in different XFunc leadership forums
Automation & Build Iterations
• Work closely with System EE teams to automate the tests to be run on Dev platforms and form factor builds
• Monitor changes in fundamental architecture that impact test cases
• Drive failures and bugs to resolution, informing system teams of architecture-related risks to the product
• Provide post-mortem insights to inform future product builds
Preferred Qualifications
Comfortable with highly advanced subsystems and willingness to lean-in into technical details of the data flows
Strong understanding of HW/SW interactions and familiarity with lower-level software concepts (e.g., embedded systems, drivers)
Minimum Qualifications
BS/MS in CE/EE or equivalent work experience
Proven experience (8+ years) in pre/post-Si validation at system level and project management in a technology-driven environment
Experience managing diverse large cross-functional teams through influence only
Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities with a detail-oriented approach
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams
Proficiency in using AI tools, project management tools, and issue tracking systems
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 $172,100 and $305,600, 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
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