Simulation Engineering Manager - 3D Scenarios at Apple

Cupertino, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

17 Mar, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

17 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Software Engineering, Software Architecture, Design Skills, Project Planning, Customer Experience, Communication Skills, Technical Development, Collaboration, Prototyping, Generative AI, 3D Rendering, Simulation Systems, Risk Management, Team Leadership, Iterative Development, Attention to Detail

Industry

Computers and Electronics Manufacturing

Description

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. DESCRIPTION As an Engineering Manager in the Special Projects group, you will have an opportunity to be part of an innovation-focused organization within Apple that is exploring the overlapping space around Simulation and AI/ML. You will be able to work on ambitious, high-reward, and impactful projects in the early stages of development. This team has a strong focus on shipping simulations in service of AI/ML projects. We use both traditional and generative AI techniques and we are looking for ways to adopt the best new techniques while making best use of long-standing ones. Our ideal engineering leader is fearless when it comes to trying new things and is willing to iterate on ideas. We value team members who can quickly prototype, and also iterate and polish all the way to high-quality implementations. Moreover, we value leaders who can foster collaboration within their team and with cross-functional groups. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS Strong software engineering background. 5+ years of experience developing software as an engineer and/or a manager. Software architecture and design skills. Ability to consider alternatives and manage risk in project planning. Ability to try new approaches to existing problems. User-focused: passion for customer experience, attention to details. Experience with live production software teams and/or very active customers. Strong communication and presentational skills Experience leading the technical development of larger features and collaborating across organizational boundaries. Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously Ability to build a culture of collaboration and productivity in the team along with supportive risk taking. Ability to grow engineers of varying levels toward their career goals. PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS Experience with 3D rendering, asset pipelines and production processes is a plus. Video games, film production tools, rendering and visualization, desktop or web-based tools are all great backgrounds. Experience with contemporary generative AI is a big plus. Experience with large-scale simulation systems is a big plus.

Responsibilities

As an Engineering Manager, you will lead projects focused on simulation and AI/ML, fostering collaboration within your team and across functions. You will also be responsible for managing multiple projects and guiding engineers in their career development.