Lab Manager

Role Number:
Team:
Hardware

Location:

Cupertino;
Sunnyvale Posted:
Summary Our team designs, builds, and tests next-generation hardware and technologies that power Apple products used by hundreds of millions of people around the world. We're looking for a Lab Manager to help us maintain a world-class engineering lab environment where our teams can innovate quickly, safely, and reliably.

Description As Lab Manager, you'll wear two hats: you'll lead and develop a team of lab technicians/coordinators while also rolling up your sleeves as an individual contributor — running experiments, operating equipment, and directly supporting engineering programs. This is a hybrid player-coach role for someone who wants both people leadership and hands-on technical ownership. You'll ensure the lab runs safely and efficiently while also being a technical resource engineers can rely on day-to-day.

Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Engineering, or 5+ years of industry experience3+ years of hands-on experience working in a technical/engineering lab environment, including direct execution of tests and equipment operation1+ years of experience leading, mentoring, or managing a team (direct reports, project team, or informal lead role)
Strong understanding of lab safety standards, hazardous materials handling, and regulatory compliance

Experience with equipment maintenance, calibration procedures, and asset management systems

Excellent organizational skills with the ability to balance individual technical work with team management responsibilities

Ability to lift and move lab equipment as needed

Willingness to work on-site 5 days a week; some roles may require flexibility for early/late hours around equipment deliveries, test schedules, or urgent repairs

Preferred Qualifications Experience in a hardware development or R&D environment (consumer electronics preferred)
Demonstrated ability to switch fluidly between hands-on technical work and people leadership in a fast-paced environment

Familiarity with EHS regulations (OSHA, EPA) and chemical/electrical safety protocols

Experience with inventory/asset management software and procurement systems

Strong interpersonal and communication skills; ability to work cross-functionally with engineers, technicians, and vendors

Project management experience or certification (PMP, Six Sigma, etc.)Experience supporting confidential or prototype-stage hardware programs

Pay & Benefits 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 $149,200 and $249,000, 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.

Pay & Benefits At Apple, base pay is one part of our total…