Ios Software Engineering Manager - System Experience Widgets & Live Activities

iOS Software Engineering Manager - System Experience Widgets & Live Activities

Austin Metro Area, Texas, United States

The iPhone, iPad, Mac, and Apple Watch revolutionized how people live, communicate, and connect. Come help transform how more than a billion people make their personal devices uniquely theirs. We're looking for a creative, customer-focused, technical manager to drive the Widgets, Live Activities, and Controls experience. Our team (iOS System Spaces) is responsible for a significant portion of the iOS system experience including Lock Screen, Wallpapers, StandBy, Home Screen, Notifications, and Control Center! Come work with a fantastic team of engineers, world class designers, and an incredibly strong set of peers to deliver the best mobile experience on the planet!

Description

You will lead the team at the forefront of personal customization for the most popular software platforms to ever exist. Widgets, Live Activities and Controls are a critical component of iOS, iPadOS, macOS, and watchOS. This team is responsible for the infrastructure that powers them. We are looking for a strong technical leader, product area owner, and someone who will care deeply about the team itself and its people. Make no mistake, this job has challenges. If you're not exceedingly passionate about building the best mobile experience, this role is not right for you. Our team is here to make a difference. To "put a ding in the universe," and that's not easy. You'll be expected to push the envelope. To ship compelling designs at the very edge of what's technically possible. To challenge your engineers, peers, manager, and various senior leaders to push things forward. You'll have a voice in the room as critical decisions are made that will affect, impact, and improve the day-to-day lives of countless individuals.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or equivalent preferred.

• Deep understanding of modern software development methodologies, architecture, and design.

• Experience developing with UIKIT, SWIFTUI, or other application frameworks.

• Open-Minded with strong Collaboration skills.

• Not kidding about this, you will be learning constantly and collaborating extensively with peer teams, designers, teams across apple, and senior leaders.

Preferred Qualifications

• Charismatic leader capable of inspiring your team and others to action.

• Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.

• Ability to think laterally and ask incisive (and sometimes foolish) questions.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.