Software Engineering Manager - Factory Software
Cellular Vehicles
Software Engineering, Other Engineering
Bengaluru, Karnataka, India
Posted on Apr 4, 2026
Summary
Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver 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
The Operations SWE team is a part of the Manufacturing Systems & Infrastructure team and is responsible for developing infrastructure and manufacturing solutions used to create and service future Apple products. The Operations SWE Team is seeking a highly motivated individual with a background in software engineering management. In this position, the candidate's primary responsibility will be to lead a team of engineers to design and develop solutions on both our production lines and within our testing equipment, while collaborating closely with other Apple software development, hardware, and testing teams.
Responsibilities
Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver 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
The Operations SWE team is a part of the Manufacturing Systems & Infrastructure team and is responsible for developing infrastructure and manufacturing solutions used to create and service future Apple products. The Operations SWE Team is seeking a highly motivated individual with a background in software engineering management. In this position, the candidate's primary responsibility will be to lead a team of engineers to design and develop solutions on both our production lines and within our testing equipment, while collaborating closely with other Apple software development, hardware, and testing teams.
Responsibilities
- As an Engineering Manager, you will lead a team of engineers responsible for the development and implementation of our factory-facing application development.
- Work cross-functionally to define requirements.
- Work alongside developers to define architecture & design.
- Develop scalable software and be comfortable with design reviews.
- Develop a unit test plan and work closely with the QA team to help develop an integration plan.
- Work with the QA team to help debug production issues.
- Should be well versed with Git and bug tracking systems and be able to comfortably use them in day-to-day development processes.
- Provide constructive feedback for testability and suitable solutions, relying on data to explain technical decisions.
- 2+ years of experience in an Engineering Manager or technical leadership role, managing and mentoring a team of software engineers
- 10+ years of experience in object-oriented programming language(s)
- Experience in a factory environment front-line-facing or in manufacturing technical issue troubleshooting
- In-depth knowledge of operating systems, e.g., Unix and/or Linux
- Excellent debugging skills: the ability to quickly recognize patterns in failures
- Proven track record of successfully delivering software projects on time and within scope, while managing team performance and development
- Strong experience in defining team goals, setting priorities, and aligning engineering efforts with business objectives
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, retain, and develop engineering talent, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement
- Ability and willingness to travel up to 30% (domestic and international)
- Bachelors / Masters in Computer Science or related fields
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to influence and communicate effectively across all levels of the organization
- Ability to conduct effective performance reviews, provide constructive feedback, and support career growth of team members
- Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, Ruby, shell scripts, etc.
- Excellent knowledge of TCP/IP, MQTT, CoAP & HTTP or RS232, UART industrial communication protocols
- IoT platform experience such as NFC and Bluetooth for connectivity and communication
- Proficient in using a variety of productivity tools and programming languages
- Experience working cross-functionally with product management, QA, hardware, and operations teams to drive end-to-end project delivery
- Understanding of basic electronics knowledge
- Skills in developing and debugging firmware for embedded devices, including knowledge of cross-compilation, flash programming, and peripheral interfaces
- Knowledge of security principles and practices
- Proficiency in data handling techniques, data analysis, and visualization tools for databases and big data platforms
- Prior experience in manufacturing software and robotic solutions is a plus
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Self-motivated with excellent time management skills and an entrepreneurial spirit