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Join Apple's Hardware Technologies organization and be a pivotal force in developing the custom silicon that powers our industry-leading products. As a Third-Party IP Engineering Program Manager, you'll orchestrate the integration of external custom IPs that are essential to our groundbreaking chip designs. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with world-class engineering teams and industry partners, directly influencing the performance and capabilities of future Apple devices. If you excel at managing complex technical relationships, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are passionate about cutting-edge silicon technology, Apple is where your talents will make a meaningful difference in products used by millions worldwide.
Description
As a 3rd Party IP Program Manager within the Hardware Technology Engineering organization, you will be responsible for ensuring that 3rd party IPs meet the technical, quality and schedule requirements for Apple products. This role will focus on cross-functional communication working directly with Apple engineering teams, operations, legal, and 3rd party vendors to coordinate releases and drive, track and resolve issues associated with 3rd party IP development, design integration and silicon validation of the IP. Strong technical background in analog and/or digital custom IP development and experience with silicon validation of these IPs will allow you to succeed in this role. You'll identify and drive resolution of technical issues by bringing together the right experts and facilitating data-driven decision making. Your ability to manage complex dependencies, track progress, and communicate effectively with stakeholders will be critical.","responsibilities":"Work closely with silicon engineering teams to coordinate high-level milestones for IP development and integration
Ability to multi-task and manage IPs across several projects simultaneously
Drive resolution of technical and post-silicon issues between cross-functional teams and external IP providers
Planning and tracking silicon validation schedule, testplan reviews and spec signoff with cross-functional teams
Coordinate weekly meetings with vendors and IP consumers to resolve technical/schedule issues
Assemble regular project status presentations for cross-functional executive reviews
Focused issue reporting, bug tracking and communication of program risks and status
Identify risks, develop mitigation strategies, and facilitate conflict resolution
Preferred Qualifications
1+ years in Technical Program or Project Management, or Functional Management experience
Strong team player and creative thinker who can lead technical teams, cross-functional groups, and vendors to meet aggressive development schedules
Experience working with IP vendors or IP providers
Great leadership and communication skills (Executive communication)
Experience working in a dynamic engineering environment, strong at multi-tasking, conflict resolution and real-time crisis management
Post Silicon Debug skills
Driven, motivated and comfortable with fast paced schedule driven environment
Ready to participate in technical discussions, ask probing questions, and work with the team to pull together scoping, schedules, and solutions to issues.
Driven to continuously improve processes, methodologies and tools
Programming language experience (Python, Perl)
Familiarity with project management tools (Confluence, JIRA)
Minimum Qualifications
BS in engineering field and 3 + years of experience in Analog/Digital Circuit Design or working with Analog and/or Digital IP integration in ASIC/SOC/VLSI Designs or similar experience
Good knowledge of the IP development process, tools/flows and methodologies, silicon validation of the IP and the life cycle in a SOC
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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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.