Software Engineering Manager, Telephony, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$195,700–$338,400 / yr
Posted
152 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Software Engineering Manager, Telephony, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems

The Software Engineering Manager - Telephony, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems leads a team within the Telephony group developing core calling and messaging technologies. This role involves driving the development of IMS-based features including VoLTE, VoNR, Wi-Fi Calling, RCS, and emergency calling. You will own telephony audio quality, manage lab-based validation, and build analytics to improve reliability. Key responsibilities include setting technical direction, guiding architecture, and overseeing execution from development through shipment. You will work across complex system boundaries involving modem, network, and software layers. Required skills include proficiency in C and C++, systems-level development, and experience with cellular protocols like SIP, SDP, MSRP, and MLS. You will also build automation systems for regression detection and lead engineering practices for design, testing, and delivery.

What does a Software Engineering Manager earn in California?

Median $281300 from 43 postings across 15 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Lead a team of engineers to develop core telephony technologies including IMS, VoLTE, VoNR, and RCS.
  • Drive the design, implementation, and delivery of cellular call flows and carrier services.
  • Own telephony audio quality development, including lab-based validation and testing.
  • Lead the debugging and resolution of complex issues across modem, network, and software layers.
  • Build and expand analytics for telephony features to improve reliability and user experience.
  • Define and develop automation systems to detect regressions and improve code health.
  • Provide technical leadership in C/C++ and systems-level development for production-quality systems.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of experience in systems, embedded, or platform development.
  • 3+ years of engineering management or technical leadership experience.
  • Strong programming experience in C and/or C++.
  • Experience delivering production-quality systems across complex environments.
  • Strong fundamentals in architecture, debugging, and performance analysis.
  • Experience working cross-functionally with other teams.
  • Experience with telephony systems, including IMS, VoLTE, VoNR, RCS, or emergency calling (preferred).
  • Experience with telephony audio systems, codecs, and tuning (preferred).

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