- Manage technical process interface with silicon vendors.- Work closely with suppliers on supplier silicon process issues and requirements- Coordinate process transfers with IDMs and external foundry.- Participate in technology development, device engineering, and ongoing sustaining engineering activities within Hardware Technology.- Drive thorough investigation of root cause, and solutions to process/yield issues and its impact on high volume product production, performance and reliability.- Manage and mitigate technology risks for multiple projects in parallel.- Engage parties in decision making and drive to timely closure and thorough follow-through.- Build essential internal and external relationships across all levels (Engineering to senior management) at suppliers and within Apple- Interpersonal skills to engage at all levels of the supply chain from engineers to CEOs