The Director in ASE Search will lead multiple product-focused teams across various media platforms including App Store, Music, Video, Books, and Fitness. This senior leadership role requires an engineering visionary who can manage complex search systems while innovating new experiences using generative AI. The position demands a strong understanding of search technologies and algorithms, as well as experience in managing high-performing engineering teams. The ideal candidate will be passionate about creating user-friendly search experiences.

• 7+ years of experience in team management of high-performing engineers.
• 5+ years of experience managing other managers.
• Proven ability in cross-functional stakeholder management.
• Experience with commonly used systems programming languages such as Go, Java, C/C++, or Rust.
• Demonstrated experience in delivering high-uptime critical systems in challenging environments.
• Advanced degree in Computer Science or a related field or equivalent work experience.
• Deep understanding of search technologies and algorithms.
• Experience with generative AI and its applications in search.
• Strong background in building and scaling distributed systems.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven ability to lead and motivate engineering teams.
• Experience working with large-scale data sets.
• A passion for creating innovative and user-friendly search experiences.

• Lead multiple product-focused teams across App Store, Music, Video, Books, and Fitness.
• Ensure the smooth operation of high-usage search systems.
• Explore revolutionary new experiences powered by generative AI.
• Manage complex operations of widely used search systems.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance search capabilities.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.