Job Details

Vision Display Engineering Program Manager

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Hardware

Summary

Posted: May 19, 2025

Role Number: 200605178

Apple is seeking a world-class Engineering Program Manager to join the Vision Display Technologies team. Display at Apple is our Sistine Chapel—an intricate, beautiful centerpiece that defines the experience and connects users to the soul of our products. In this role, you’ll brush shoulders with top engineers across optics, EE, ME, materials, and silicon, working on the most cutting-edge display technologies in the world.

You’ll be responsible for everything from shaping high-level strategy to obsessing over the smallest brushstrokes—the details that make our work unmistakably Apple. You’ll help manage a palette of the best display vendors on earth, guide complex program execution, and bring ambitious ideas to life with precision and artistry. It’s meaningful, complicated, and deeply rewarding. Come. Look up at the ceiling. Are you ready to be Michelangelo?

Description

Display EPMs must be fearless organizers and excellent multi-functional leaders working with different teams at Apple and external suppliers. A successful candidate will help set strategy, implement schedules and builds, and manage communication of status and issues. This role demands technical strengths in optical, mechanical, electrical, and manufacturing areas.

Responsibilities include defining project plans and schedules, driving execution, and leading multi-functional engineering and validation teams. It requires strong presentation and interpersonal skills for effective coordination and communication. The role involves understanding complex engineering issues, identifying and resolving conflicts, managing inter-dependencies, and addressing program challenges efficiently. Additionally, the position manages development budgets and oversees engineering builds.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS or equivalent experience in ME, EE, IE, Vision Science, or natural sciences (e.g., Physics, Chemistry), or equivalent 3+ years proven experience.

• Ability to travel internationally

Preferred Qualifications

• MS or equivalent experience in ME/EE/IE degree or equivalent natural sciences degree

• Knowledge of Vision Sciences

• Knowledge of display design and process

• Experience in consumer electronics

• Experience working with suppliers and manufacturers

• A working understanding of high volume manufacturing processes

• Great leadership and project management skills while remaining flexible and calm in the face of uncertainty and ambiguity

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $136,300 and $248,700, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.Learn more about Apple Benefits. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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