Software Engineering Manager (Cross Platform Faces) Watch Software

Join the team creating Apples most personal product. Apple Watch continues to blur the boundary between physical object and user interface. Watch Faces are at the forefront of this personalized user experience. Part art part utility always innovative. Help us build the next generation of human-computer watchOS Platform group is seeking an energetic and ambitious software engineering manager to lead a team of highly skilled and experienced engineers in creation optimization and maintenance of watch faces for the Apple Watch. This role demands a deep expertise in UI development with a strong focus on computer graphics animation and performance optimization. Youll collaborate closely with design and product marketing teams ensuring that watch faces not only meet technical standards but also align with Apples design aesthetics and product vision.

The position requires strong communication and problem-solving skills as well as an ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities. The ability to work as a teammate is significant as this hands-on position requires multi-functional collaboration with engineers and leaders across domains. Experience leading a software development team as well as a consistent track record of bringing products to market are critical to this role.n

Experience building and leading a team of senior and junior engineersnStrong background building customer-facing User InterfacesnExpertise in UI layout animation and user interaction systems such as CoreAnimation UIKIt SwiftUI or MetalnExperience working closely with design partners and familiarity with design practicesnDeep technical understanding and hands-on experience with software development and lifecycle managementnSolid computer science fundamentalsnStrong product sense and the ability to balance technical feasibility with user experiencenExcellent communication and interpersonal skills

Experience defining and driving application or systems architecturenExpertise in low level computer graphics languages such as Metal or OpenGLnAbility to work with technology partners at all levels of the stack from hardware sensors and firmware to frameworks and applicationsnStrong problem-solving and debugging skills