System Silicon Engineering Program Manager, iPhone

Manager
CompanyApple
LocationCupertino, United States of America
CategorySoftware Engineering
DepartmentHardware
SeniorityManager
Workplace-
Posted2026-09-15
Estimated salary$12K - $21K (a market estimate, not the employer's figure)
Viaapple

Description

Are you highly organized with a technical background and a passion for working on complex programs across a diverse set of teams? Join our System Silicon EPM team, where you'll be at the center of the definition and integration effort behind the chips that make iPhone possible.

Description
As an iPhone System Silicon EPM, you will use your EE background and program management skills to coordinate the definition and integration of custom silicon for iPhone. You will ensure proposed silicon receives the right scrutiny from product architects, that system integration and validation goals are achieved, and that all product-level risks are communicated effectively. Together with the broader iPhone System EPM team, you'll continue to build upon and contribute to the exceptional Apple product development process — helping to deliver amazing consumer products and experiences!

Responsibilities
Lead system-focused process for definition of new silicon, including architecture reviews design reviews, technical justifications, and specification sign-offs
Coordinate new silicon intercepts against product roadmaps and communicate impacts to cross-functional stakeholders
Track validation and qualification coverage across silicon development milestones
Identify, communicate, and drive resolution of product-impacting issues throughout the silicon development lifecycle escalating as necessary
Maintain and publish regular status updates on all new silicon for NPI and product roadmap

Minimum qualifications
BS in Electrical Engineering
3+ years of industry experience
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Technical background with a sound understanding of silicon development processes
Experience building program and project schedules in a hardware/silicon development environment

Preferred qualifications
MS in Electrical Engineering
5+ years of industry experience
Background in consumer electronics