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# Software Engineering Manager

- **Company:** Apple Inc.
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Cellular Communication, Testing (Software), C (Programming Language), Artificial Intelligence, Data Analysis, Apple Products, Build Automation, C++ (Programming Language), Software Quality, Codecs, Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Modems, Continuous Integration, Software Debugging, Programming Tools, Session Initiation Protocols, Performance Tuning, Reliability Engineering, Software Engineering, Wi-Fi Technology, Concurrency, Software Version Control
- **Published:** August 11, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.careerbuilder.com/job-details/software-engineering-manager-telephony-wireless-technologies-ecosystems-san-diego-ca--3e0482ac-9dda-4ef2-9e3b-0c9266b1bb6f

## About the Role

You should be comfortable working across complex system boundaries, debugging challenging issues, and driving improvements in quality, reliability, and engineering efficiency.Lead, mentor, and grow a team of engineers working on telephony technologies Drive development of IMS-based features including VoLTE, VoNR, Wi-Fi Calling, as well as RCS and emergency calling Own telephony CS audio development and quality, including lab-based validation and testing Interface with Telephony audio teams across Apple to debug issues and maintain quality of Telephony audio Build and expand analytics for telephony features to improve reliability and user experience Drive design, implementation, and delivery of cellular call flows and carrier services Partner with baseband, iOS/watchOS software teams, QA, carrier engineering Provide technical leadership in C/C++ and systems-level development Own quality, performance, reliability, and release readiness Lead debugging and resolution of complex issues across
modem, network and software layers Define and potentially lead development of automation systems (e.g., continuous integration workflows) to detect regressions and improve code health Establish strong engineering practices for design, testing, and delivery Recruit, develop, and retain engineering talent8+ years of experience in systems, embedded, or platform development 3+ years of engineering management or technical leadership experience You have strong programming experience in C and/or C++ You have experience delivering production-quality systems across complex environments Strong fundamentals in architecture, debugging, and performance analysis You have experience working cross-functionally with other teams You have excellent communication and leadership skills You're laser-focused on the smallest details that are meaningful to our customers Youre obsessively passionate and inquisitive, and seek to tackle everyday problems in innovative waysExperience with telephony systems, including
IMS, VoLTE, VoNR, RCS, or emergency calling Experience with telephony audio systems, codecs, and tuning Experience designing automation or CI systems for regression detection and quality improvement Deep expertise in C/C++ including concurrency and performance optimization Familiarity with cellular protocols like SIP, SDP, MSRP, and MLS Experience using modern developer tools, including AI-assisted workflows

Skills:
Apple, Artificial Intelligence (AI), Audio Compression, Audio Testing, Automation, Automation System Development, Automation Systems, Baseband, C Programming Language, C++ Programming Language, Communication Skills, Computer Programming, Concurrency, Continuous Integration, Cross-Functional, Customer Experience, Debugging Skills, Ecosystems, Embedded Systems, Emergency Services, Employee Retention, Engineering Management, IP Multimedia System (IMS), Leadership, Mentoring, Messaging Technology, Modems, Network Software, Performance Analysis, Performance Tuning/Optimization, Problem Solving Skills, Process Improvement, Product Shipments, Production Systems, Programming Tools, Quality Assurance, Quality Assurance Methodology, Quality Management, RCS (Revision Control System), Reliability Engineering, SIP (Session Initiation Protocol), Software Engineering, Software Testing, Team Lead/Manager, Technical Leadership, Telephone Technology, Telephony, Test Design, User Experience Design (UXD),
Validation Testing, Wi-Fi, Wireless Communications, Wireless Protocols/Standards, iOS

## Description

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 is no telling what you could accomplish. The Telephony team is looking for a hands-on Software Engineering Manager to lead engineers building core calling and messaging technologies across Apple products. This team is responsible for cellular and Wi-Fi call flows, carrier features, IMS-based services, emergency calling, diagnostics, analytics, and modem integration. You will work closely with software, baseband, QA, carrier engineering, and product teams to deliver reliable, private, and high-quality communication experiences to millions of customers. As a Software Engineering Manager in the Telephony group, you'll lead a team developing critical technologies for cellular communication and calling features. The work includes IMS subsystems (VoLTE, VoNR, Wi-Fi), RCS, emergency calling,
telephony audio quality, diagnostics, and analytics.

You'll set technical direction, guide architecture and design, and drive execution from early development through product shipment. This role also includes ownership of telephony audio quality and lab-based validation in San Diego, as well as opportunities to build automation systems that improve regression detection and software quality.


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