Certification Engineering Program Manager, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems

Are you a fearless thinker? Do you love the challenge of advancing a widely accepted technology? In the Wireless Technologies and Ecosystems (WTE) group, youʼll be responsible for bringing groundbreaking wireless connectivity to the world through Thread, NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, and more. Youʼll design, develop, and patent the next generation of our state-of-the art connectivity technologies. ## Description Our Carrier & Standards team is seeking a talented, highly motivated, and self-driven Engineering Program Manager to work across layers on cutting edge wireless technologies. In this role, youʼll collaborate across departments to help craft wireless solutions that elevate the customer experience with Apple products and services. Our goal is to ensure nothing stands in the way of our customersʼ connections with their devices. If you join us, youʼll help build and certify world-renowned wireless systems so seamless that they almost feel like magic. This position will involve overseeing large-scale engineering projects, developing comprehensive project plans, coordinating with cross-functional teams, managing multiple partners across different countries, and driving innovation that significantly impacts the industry. ## Responsibilities Responsible for certification of wireless devices and technical partner management across various wireless technologies. Partner with a team of highly skilled project managers, test engineers, and developers. Interface between external teams and partner test labs to Apple’s internal test and development teams. Drive large-scale comprehensive project plans in a fast paced environment, and managing multiple partners across the globe. Apply your detailed technical knowledge of wireless standards (Thread, NFC, WiFi, Bluetooth, and cellular) to understand, prioritize, and drive resolution to issues found during the development and certification lifecycle and product roadmap. ## Minimum qualifications Bachelors and/or Masters degree in Computer/Electrical/Electronics/Communications Engineering or equivalent major. 5-10 years of hands-on experience in certification, wireless development, and system engineering of devices. A demonstrated aptitude as an Engineering Program Manager by managing large-scale complex projects. Familiar with industry/regulatory certification and specifications for type approval. ## Preferred qualifications Experience with wireless standards (Thread, NFC, Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, 3GPP) and relevant certification programs. Passion for diving into hard problems and guiding others to build novel solutions. Experience collaborating and providing feedback on technical architecture design while defining the long-term technical strategy. Strong communications skills and experience in partner management. Willingness to travel.