- Leadership and management of a team of talented system software engineers in a fast-paced and demanding software development environment - Ownership of silicon platform and products throughout the lifecycle from pre-silicon to mass production - Working closely with the hardware and silicon teams to bring-up new silicon, platforms, products, and prototype systems - Defining the system software roadmap to support a range of hardware platforms, including iPhone, iPad, Macs, AppleWatch, and AppleTV. - Strong communication skills to communicate status and progress clearly to upper management and cross-functional partners - Lead the team’s assistance in requirements for future hardware and custom silicon - Strengthening the team by hiring and retaining top engineering talent