Hiring

Apple hired ex-Segway robotics whiz to possibly work on a ‘fantastic’ moonshot project

Christian Zibreg ∙ April 2, 2013

It's understandable a company of Apple's stature is constantly on the lookout for the brightest minds in the industry. It also goes without saying that Apple, the world's leading technology brand by both valuation and reputation, is constantly hiring all sorts of talented experts and scientists in various fields of expertise.

But why on Earth would the iPhone maker hire a former robotics expert who helped invent the Segway personal transporter, Apple co-founder Steve Wozniak's favorite means of transportation?

Bloomberg Businessweek in an eyebrow-raising article entitled "Apple and the Mysterious Case of the Missing Moonshot" suggests that John Morrell may have left his post at Yale University and joined Apple last year to participate in a "pretty fantastic" project...

Adobe CTO Kevin Lynch to join Apple as VP of technology

Cody Lee ∙ Updated January 26, 2016

Remember the name Kevin Lynch, because you're probably going to be hearing a lot more of it from now on. The former Adobe CTO, or Chief Technology Officer, will soon be taking an executive role at Apple.

Reports of the high-profile hiring started circling this afternoon, and the news has since been confirmed by both Apple and Adobe. Lynch will be joining Apple as VP of technology, reporting to Bob Mansfield...

Apple hires Rolls Royce director to bolster European corporate communications

Cody Lee ∙ Updated December 20, 2017

Less than two weeks after recruiting OLED display expert Dr. Jeung Jil Lee from LG, Apple has hired another high-profile executive away from a major company. According to a new report, the Mac-maker has picked up Rolls Royce's Josh Rosenstock.

Rosenstock has been with the London-based aerospace firm for 4 years, as the director of external communications. It's believed that he will join Apple in a similar role, as it attempts to bolster its corporate communications for its EMEIA region...

Apple hires OLED expert from LG Display

Cody Lee ∙ February 8, 2013

Amidst growing rumors of Apple working on a larger-screened iPhone and a full-sized TV set, comes news today that the Cupertino company has hired a high-profile executive to join its prestigious Display group.

His name is Dr. Jeung Jil Lee, and he's a former senior OLED (organic light-emitting diode) expert from LG Display. The hiring reignites speculation that Apple is considering using the display tech in its products...

Steve Jobs threatened Palm with patent suit over employee poaching

Cody Lee ∙ January 23, 2013

By now, you've probably heard of the anti-poaching civil suit that's been brought against Apple, Google, Intel and others. Former employees are suing the companies for allegedly conspiring to keep each other from recruiting out of each other's firms, which is definitely illegal.

The evidence in the case before hand was already pretty damning. But looking at these court documents that were just made public yesterday, it might now be open-and-shut. The filing features emails, between executives, openly discussing an anti-poaching agreement...

Job listing suggests Apple is looking to integrate 3D tech into iOS

Cody Lee ∙ Updated January 25, 2016

9to5Mac points to an interesting job listing that recently surfaced on Apple's website. The opening calls for an iOS software engineer with knowledge and experience in 3D geometry and image analysis. What could Apple be working on?

Well a number of things, actually. The company has acquired multiple 3D mapping firms over the past few years, and has several 3D-related patents in its library. Keep reading for the full job description...

Apple hires United Continental CFO Zane Rowe as new VP of Sales

Cody Lee ∙ April 17, 2012

According to a report from AllThingsD, Apple has just hired United Continental's CFO (Chief Financial Officer) Zane Rowe as its new Vice President of Sales. United Continental is the holding company for United Airlines, one of the world's largest airlines.

It's always interesting when Apple adds a member to its exclusive leadership team. The group of executives is in charge of running the world's largest company (by market cap), and ensuring it stays on top...

Facebook hires former Apple marketing executive

Cody Lee ∙ February 11, 2012

It looks like Facebook is looking to beef up its advertising game, as reports are coming in that the social network has recently hired a former Apple marketing executive.

Rebecca Van Dyck, who worked on a number of high profile projects at Apple, including its iPhone, iPad, and iPod lines, is now Facebook's head of global marketing...

Apple Hires Xbox Live Executive to Lead App Store Marketing Efforts

Cody Lee ∙ Updated January 25, 2016

If there was any doubt about Apple's intentions to push further into the mobile gaming space, the company just put them to rest. 9to5Mac is reporting that Apple has just added a former Xbox LIVE executive to its team of talent.

This marks Apple's third major pickup from the gaming community in less than 12 months. You may recall that it hired on some big names from Nintendo and Activision last year, and now it's stuck its hand in Microsoft's pocket...

Apple Hires John Browett as SVP of Retail

Oliver Haslam ∙ Updated April 27, 2017

Apple today announced the hiring of a new Senior Vice President of Retail, with John Browett getting the top job.

Browett, a the former head of Dixons in the UK, takes over from Ron Johnson who left to take up a role at JC Penney last November.

The new hire will start in his new position in April, with Apple CEO Tim Cook seemingly pleased with the new recruit, despite Dixons' poor performance on the UK high street over the last few years...