Technical Program Manager, iPhone
Apple · Suzhou, China · Operations and Supply Chain
About this role
Apple is hiring a mid-level Technical Program Manager in the software engineering function based in Suzhou, China. The posting calls out experience with Machine Learning. Listed education preference: a bachelor's degree or equivalent.
- Role
- Technical Program Manager
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- Suzhou, China
- Education
- Bachelor's degree
- Department
- Operations and Supply Chain
- Posted
- Apr 20, 2026
Job description
from Apple careersImagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, you will help us leave the world better than we found it!
As a TPM, you will lead the conceptualization, development, qualification, optimization, and scaling of new process technologies and equipment for the manufacturing of new Apple products. This is a hands-on position requiring outstanding technical skills, strong leadership capabilities, and a deep understanding of modern factory operations.
<h3>Minimum Qualifications</h3>BS or MS degree in Industrial Engineering (IE), or a related discipline.
Proven experience supporting new product launches to mass production with strong understanding of manufacturing processes, mechanical assembly equipment/fixtures, and techniques such as DFM, DOE, SPC, and FA.
Hands-on experience in factory operations, plant management, or industrial engineering within a manufacturing environment.
Excellent communication skills in English and Mandarin.
<h3>Preferred Qualifications</h3>Experience in consumer electronics device development and manufacturing.
Passionate in AI/ML development and predictive operations.
Action-oriented problem solver adept at conflict resolution; able to use structured problem-solving methodologies to identify root causes and implement corrective and preventative actions.
Self-starter with a strong sense of innovation, integrity, and attention to detail.
Highly organized and flexible, with excellent interpersonal skills and the ability to work independently under pressure.