Software/Firmware Engineering Program Manager - Beats
AppleSoftware/Firmware Engineering Program Manager - Beats
AppleLocation
Cupertino, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
6/5/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
Apple is looking for a Senior Engineering Program Manager to join the Software/Firmware team focused on Beats audio products. This role involves managing and executing software and embedded firmware development projects throughout the product lifecycle. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and a proven track record in software project management. The position requires effective communication and collaboration with diverse teams and stakeholders to deliver exceptional audio and accessory products.
Requirements
- B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related disciplines.
- 5-10 years of high-tech industry experience with a track record of hands-on work with software development teams.
- 5 years of software or firmware program management experience in consumer product development.
- History of managing products through the entire product development life cycle.
- Experience working with offshore vendors and development teams.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills.
- Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to work with diverse teams and interact effectively at all levels of management.
- Knowledgeable of one or more technologies: wireless, DSP, battery, connectivity, UI/UX, and embedded software.
- Familiarity with project management, bug management, and source code management tools.
- M.S. is highly desired.
Responsibilities
- Initiate, manage, and drive the end-to-end execution of software and embedded firmware development projects.
- Collaborate with engineering design fields, QA teams, marketing, and factory testing.
- Create exceptional audio, accessory, and home products.
- Enable large cross-functional teams to deliver complex features and products.
- Handle business relationships with suppliers and partners.
Benefits
- Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Apple Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
1,065
FY2026
Approval rate
99.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
9,221
FY2026
Entry-level share
5.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+30%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-35%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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