The role involves leading the technology and product development for AirPods at Apple. The engineering leader will build and inspire a high-performing team while collaborating with hardware, software, design, and quality teams. This position is critical in integrating new technologies and driving product features from concept to production. Strong communication and collaboration skills are essential for success in this high-impact role.

• 5+ years of hands-on experience in firmware, device driver development, or equivalent.
• 3+ years leading an embedded software or firmware development team.
• Expertise and proficiency in C.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Experience with RTOS embedded development and multithreaded programming.
• Experience with MCUs, peripherals, features, and development environments.
• Knowledge of USB and wireless technologies.
• Passion for product ownership and a track record of successful product development.
• Ability to coordinate the efforts of multiple teams.
• Highly organized, creative, and passionate about achieving results.

• Own the technology and product development for AirPods.
• Build, grow, and inspire a high-performing engineering team.
• Set technical direction while partnering closely with various teams across Apple.
• Contribute at every stage of the Apple product development cycle.
• Drive both individual product features and overall system validation.
• Integrate new technologies into designs in a rapidly changing environment.

• 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.