Apple

Apple

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iPhone PRQ OPM

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Posted Aug 4, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$133.5K – $246.2K/yr
Location
San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
3+ years of professional experience
Education
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field

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Role Summary

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The Post Ramp Qualification Operations Program Manager leads qualification of new components, modules, and processes for changes to shipping products. The role partners with Engineering, Operations, Quality, and OEM teams to support timely, high-quality product execution and communicate project status to executives.

What You'll Do

  • Lead and influence cross-functional Engineering and Operations teams to drive qualification projects.
  • Coordinate with the OEM team in planning and executing builds.
  • Influence Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams on key decisions and drive cross-functional teams to timely execution of projects.
  • Lead communications upward and downward through the organization, raising key issues and presenting options for resolution with...
  • Communicate KPI metrics to the executive team through dashboards and reports.
  • Travel internationally up to approximately 15%.

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Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field and 3+ years of professional experience.

Required

  • Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field
  • 3+ years of professional experience

Preferred

  • Experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or product development
  • Experience with SQL and Tableau for business metrics reporting
  • Master's degree

Original job description

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Summary

Imagine 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 craft 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 and help us leave the world better than we found it.

Description

Post Ramp Qualification (PRQ) OPM leads the qualification of new components, modules and processes by collaborating closely with engineering to establish timelines, benchmarks, and requirements for qualifying changes to shipping products.

PRQs are pivotal to ensure best-in-class quality products are available to customers on time. A successful PRQ OPM is a leader and facilitator; is dynamic, driven, organized, and detail-oriented; excels in program management; thrives in an ambiguous environment, and is adept at facilitating actions and resolving conflicts. PRQ OPM needs to have a technical background to be able to work with highly skilled engineering teams to identify risks, explore solutions, reach consensus, and execute mitigations as quickly as possible.

The role includes the following main duties:

- Lead and influence cross-functional Engineering and Operations to drive qualification projects
- Coordinate with the Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) team in planning and executing builds
- Influence Operations, Quality, and Engineering teams on key decisions and drive cross-functional teams to timely execution of projects.
- Lead all communications, upward and downward through the organization, raising key issues and presenting options for resolution with executive teams.
- Communicate KPI metrics to executive team through Dashboards and reports.
- International travel up to ~15%

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years of professional experience
Bachelor’s degree in Engineering field

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in manufacturing, process engineering, or product development is advantageous
Outstanding interpersonal, multi-tasking, and management skills
Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written
Ability to thrive in an ambiguous environment and tackle complex multidisciplinary projects
Experience with SQL and Tableau for business metrics reporting.
Master's degree considered a plus

Pay & Benefits — San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States

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 $133,500 and $246,200, 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

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

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.