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Systems Test Design Lead Manager

United Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 9 Oct 2024

💰 $358,200/yr($200,400/yr – $358,200/yr)

About the role

Summary

Posted: Oct 9, 2024
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200567492

The System Test Design Lead (TDL) Manager position at Apple offers an exceptional opportunity for individuals passionate about leading a team of high-performing leads and managers in the development of solutions that facilitate product development, characterization, and calibration/testing. This role aligns with Apple’s unwavering commitment to delivering exceptional customer experiences and maintaining high-quality standards. We are seeking enthusiastic team members who are eager to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our customers worldwide.

Description

We’re seeking a natural leader with exceptional communication skills and a passion for driving the development of both our instrumentation and products. This individual will thrive in a dynamic and fast-paced environment, leading multi-functional teams in the groundbreaking product development process. Your contributions will significantly impact the future products we take great pride in. As a valued member of our organization, you’ll have the opportunity to lead the design of a comprehensive and customized system that’s crucial to the quality of our products. This role requires annual travel between 5% to 10%. RESPONSIBILITIES - Manage a team of skilled managers and engineers overseeing ongoing factory tests and product development, from prototypes to mass production. - Define product calibration and test strategy to drive test line maturity through all system build phases. Anticipate risks and develop product protection solutions. Adopt a data-driven risk analysis approach. - Showcase creative thinking, problem-solving skills, and the ability to collaborate effectively with diverse, global teams in a fast-paced environment. - Communicate product development and calibration/test maturity to senior leadership and cross-functional teams. - Embrace a dynamic, collaborative attitude, fostering a shared vision. Adapt to fast-paced environments, making quick decisions with limited information. Handle pressure and manage challenging situations effectively. - Manage and develop a distributed team, including hiring, mentoring, and providing performance guidance.

Minimum Qualifications

BS or MS in Electrical Design, Mechanical Engineering, Physical, Material Sciences, or a relevant engineering major or degree.
10+ years of experience in engineering, with a demonstrated track record of strategic planning, execution, and control. 5+ years of experience in employee management and technical leadership.
Excellent understanding of hardware and software architecture and the interoperability of complex systems. Fundamental electrical engineering knowledge is a prerequisite.
Experience leading technical projects and a leadership background in technology.
Possess exceptional verbal and written communication skills, self-motivation, drive, attention to detail.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior experience in hardware design and validation involving one or more of the following technologies: Acoustics, Display, Touch, Imaging Sensors, Motion Sensors, Automation
Experience in hardware and firmware encompasses activities such as bringing up/debugging and validating circuits, as well as circuit design and debugging.
Engineering leadership: ability to approach problem solving flexibly, cut through ambiguity; use data and prior experience to make and own the hard calls
Knowledge of statistical data analysis methods

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 $200,400 and $358,200, 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,