Ecosystem Partnerships and Program Manager - MFi

Summary
The Apple MFi (Made for iPhone/iPad/iPod) Program is one of the largest technology licensing programs in the world. It encompasses thousands of companies from a wide array of industries and many of the best-known global brands.

The program enables hardware developers to build innovative third-party accessory products that work seamlessly with Apple devices through Apple technologies like AirPlay, CarPlay, Car Keys, Find My network, GymKit, HomeKit, iPhone/iPad/iPod Accessory Protocol, and more.

In this role, you will be part of a team that is dedicated to working with developers to build our growing ecosystem of MFi accessory products. Team members are passionate about engaging with partners, collaborative with cross-functional stakeholders, adept at operating in a multidisciplinary role, and ready to execute at a tactical level whenever needed.



Description
- Engage with accessory developers and manufacturers to drive adoption of Apple technologies and help bring high-quality accessory products to the Apple ecosystem.

- Program-manage one or more MFi technology programs, including partner engagement, legal agreements, process and workflow design, and release of technical and program resources to developers.

- Collaborate with cross-functional partners in Engineering, QA, Legal, Product Marketing, Biz Ops, Systems, and more to advance program initiatives and solve challenges as they arise.

- Drive process improvements to facilitate an outstanding developer experience and greater operational excellence.

- Lead developer on-boarding and day-to-day account management, including contract administration, evaluation of new proposed accessory products, and navigation of program and certification requirements.

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