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Administrative Assistant, Hardware Technology

2 days ago Cupertino, CA

Do you love helping people and acting as a trusted resource to others? Do you enjoy building deep expertise as well as navigating new and different tasks every day? We are looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant who is organized, analytical and enjoys providing support and independent problem solving! Your role will require good business judgement and an ability to communicate with people across various functions and levels. More importantly, you'll become a trusted source of support whom other Apple people know they can count on. Join Apple, and together, we can turn every single day into a chance to make something in our workplace better than it was yesterday. Be at the center of the action on new silicon product development for Apple's groundbreaking products! This position supports the Hardware Technology team, a high energy, rapidly growing, dynamic engineering and management team at Apple. The Hardware Technology team is looking for a highly organized, independently motivated, resourceful individual with the ability to prioritize and excel in a fast-paced environment. We are looking for a team player, with a friendly can-do attitude.

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Description

This position supports a Sr. Director's calendar and their expansive engineering teams located onsite and possibly outside of your immediate location at Apple. You will partner with other Admins on day-to-day tasks and providing coverage as needed. An individual with a high level of integrity, good judgement, who can remain calm and flexible as they adjust to constantly evolving business needs, and who has a good sense of humor are some of the key traits of the role. The ideal candidate will excel at staying ahead of the curve by anticipating challenges and proactively addressing them before they arise. The goal is to ensure the team's needs are met and problems are solved before they become obstacles. As a collaborator with a friendly can-do attitude, you will be working closely with finance and other related teams to assure smoothly operating systems under tight time constraints to secure goods and contract services. You'll be responsible for travel arrangements, equipment inventory, office supply ordering and facilities coordination. You'll also be engaged in ongoing projects such as event planning and new hire onboarding.

Responsibilities:

High volume purchasing for the group

Equipment inventory, office supply ordering and facilities coordination

Working closely with finance and other related teams to assure smoothly operating systems under tight time constraints to secure goods and contract services

Project support and calendar coordination

Management and implementation of efficient administrative processes.

Meal service during project crunch time

New hire coordination

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing complex calendars at an executive level

High proficiency with a variety of applications such as Apple Calendar, Keynote, Pages, Slack, Quip, and Excel/Numbers

Ability to work well independently or collaboratively as needed

Experience working in a high dynamic environment supporting a large group

Exceptionally proactive self-starter with phenomenal attention to detail, accuracy, and timeliness

Strong written and verbal communication skills; have the ability to exercise tact, discretion and the initiative to efficiently meet the demands of all groups within the team.

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years of previous administration or equivalent work experience

Experience managing various projects and events from conception to completion

This role can require in-office presence up to 5 days a week

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 $37.42 and $65.24/hr, 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.

Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA
Job ID: apple-200681222-0836
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-09-06T20:29:11

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion

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