Performance Manager Jobs for OPT Students
Performance Manager jobs on OPT require employers to sponsor your work authorization, typically through H-1B, and your 12-month OPT clock starts the moment you begin working. STEM extension eligibility depends on your degree field, so confirm your CIP code with your DSO before applying.
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Apple is looking for an engineering manager to manage the Camera performance team in the software organization. In this role, you’ll lead the team which works to deliver fast and fluid camera experiences across the product ecosystem, bringing prior expertise in software optimization to bear on a unique opportunity to collaborate with hardware and software groups across Apple.
In order to deliver experiences which fully exploit Apple’s cutting edge hardware and software, the ideal candidate will combine a deep knowledge of operating systems and computer architecture with a passion for performance and optimization, previous experience in leading engineering teams with an ability to develop and mentor engineers, and an aptitude for building relationships both within and outside of their immediate organization.
DESCRIPTION
The Camera performance team works cross-functionally to optimize and sustain the camera experience for both next-generation and existing products. As Camera Performance manager, you’ll work closely with engineering teams to ensure great performance is a primary goal for new features, maintain and optimize user experience for existing devices, and collaborate with our automation and analytics teams to build tests that reflect real-world usage - all whilst managing a team of highly-motivated engineers who can both find the root cause of power & performance problems, and resolve them. You’ll have the unique opportunity to collaborate with a broad set of technology partners, for example: our silicon group to influence future chip designs, the design group to evaluate the performance implications of UI choices, and camera hardware designers to understand thermal implications of future camera technologies, to name just a few.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of OS, systems, and computer architecture
- 3+ years leading a software engineering team
- Expertise in software profiling techniques and tools (such as Xcode, valgrind, vmmap, Instruments, VTune, or Perfetto)
- A passion for cross-functional work combined with the ability to co-ordinate the efforts of multiple teams
- Experience in the analysis of complex data & metrics in order to inform data-driven decisions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- BS / MS / PhD in Computer Science or equivalent years of experience in related field
- Prior experience of realtime audio/video processing pipeline development
- Proficiency with the use of GPU & TPU hardware to accelerate image processing and AI/ML workloads
- Past experience with power measurement and thermal analysis
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
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 $198,300 and $342,800, 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.
INTRODUCTION
Apple is looking for an engineering manager to manage the Camera performance team in the software organization. In this role, you’ll lead the team which works to deliver fast and fluid camera experiences across the product ecosystem, bringing prior expertise in software optimization to bear on a unique opportunity to collaborate with hardware and software groups across Apple.
In order to deliver experiences which fully exploit Apple’s cutting edge hardware and software, the ideal candidate will combine a deep knowledge of operating systems and computer architecture with a passion for performance and optimization, previous experience in leading engineering teams with an ability to develop and mentor engineers, and an aptitude for building relationships both within and outside of their immediate organization.
DESCRIPTION
The Camera performance team works cross-functionally to optimize and sustain the camera experience for both next-generation and existing products. As Camera Performance manager, you’ll work closely with engineering teams to ensure great performance is a primary goal for new features, maintain and optimize user experience for existing devices, and collaborate with our automation and analytics teams to build tests that reflect real-world usage - all whilst managing a team of highly-motivated engineers who can both find the root cause of power & performance problems, and resolve them. You’ll have the unique opportunity to collaborate with a broad set of technology partners, for example: our silicon group to influence future chip designs, the design group to evaluate the performance implications of UI choices, and camera hardware designers to understand thermal implications of future camera technologies, to name just a few.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
- Knowledge of OS, systems, and computer architecture
- 3+ years leading a software engineering team
- Expertise in software profiling techniques and tools (such as Xcode, valgrind, vmmap, Instruments, VTune, or Perfetto)
- A passion for cross-functional work combined with the ability to co-ordinate the efforts of multiple teams
- Experience in the analysis of complex data & metrics in order to inform data-driven decisions
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- BS / MS / PhD in Computer Science or equivalent years of experience in related field
- Prior experience of realtime audio/video processing pipeline development
- Proficiency with the use of GPU & TPU hardware to accelerate image processing and AI/ML workloads
- Past experience with power measurement and thermal analysis
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
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 $198,300 and $342,800, 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.
How to Get Visa Sponsorship as a Performance Manager
Lead with analytics tools in your resume
Performance Manager roles demand proficiency in platforms like Tableau, Google Analytics, or SQL. Quantify your impact with specific metrics. Employers who see measurable results worry less about the complexity of sponsoring a candidate on OPT.
Focus on mid-size companies in data-driven industries
Retail, SaaS, and e-commerce companies in the mid-market range frequently hire Performance Managers and have established HR teams familiar with work authorization. These employers are more agile on sponsorship than large bureaucratic organizations.
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Can I work as a Performance Manager on OPT?
Yes, as long as your job is directly related to your degree field. Performance Manager roles typically align with degrees in business, marketing, data analytics, or information systems. Your DSO must authorize your OPT, and the role must fall within the field listed on your I-20. If your degree qualifies as STEM, you may also be eligible for a 24-month extension.
Do Performance Manager employers commonly sponsor OPT students?
It varies by company size and industry. Data-driven companies in e-commerce, SaaS, and digital marketing are more familiar with OPT authorization and more willing to sponsor the eventual H-1B. You can browse Performance Manager roles from verified sponsoring employers on Migrate Mate, which filters jobs specifically for F-1 OPT students.
Does a Performance Manager role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It depends on your degree's CIP code, not the job title itself. If you graduated with a qualifying STEM degree, such as data science, computer information systems, or applied mathematics, and the Performance Manager role involves substantial quantitative or technical work, your DSO may approve the extension. Confirm your CIP code before applying to roles where the STEM extension is a key factor.
What happens to my OPT status if I lose a Performance Manager job?
You have a 90-day unemployment buffer during your OPT period. Unemployment days accumulate across all jobs, not just the most recent one. If you exceed 90 days total, you fall out of valid OPT status. STEM OPT recipients have the same 90-day limit. Report any employment gap to your DSO immediately and begin your job search as soon as possible.
Will a Performance Manager role lead to H-1B sponsorship after OPT?
Many employers who hire OPT students in performance-focused roles do sponsor H-1B petitions, but it is not guaranteed and depends on the individual employer's policies. The H-1B lottery runs once per year, so timing matters. Performance Manager positions generally qualify as specialty occupations given their analytical and strategic nature, which strengthens the H-1B petition.
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