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Engineering Program Manager, System Experience

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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Job description

The Software Engineering Project Manager will play a crucial role in driving innovation at Apple by partnering with software engineers and managers across various teams. This position focuses on defining, scheduling, and tracking the team's work, while also managing multi-functional initiatives. The role requires collaboration with teams from Software, Hardware, and Design to deliver groundbreaking technology across all operating systems. The ideal candidate will thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess a passion for creating impactful features.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience as a technical software Project or Program Manager
  • Experience delivering customer-facing software features or projects from concept through delivery
  • Prior experience with iOS, iPadOS, or macOS
  • Strong understanding of managing complex, cross-functional software projects with user-facing UI
  • Strong technical understanding of operating systems and software stack integration
  • Project management experience in the software development lifecycle
  • Excellent spoken and written communication skills tailored to multiple audiences
  • Proven track record in defining and executing processes
  • Self-motivated and enthusiastic with creative and critical thinking capabilities
  • Excellent attention to detail and highly organized
  • Ability to build relationships and influence others

Responsibilities

  • Define, schedule, and track the team's work across various software engineering projects.
  • Collaborate with different teams including Software, Hardware, and Design to deliver innovative technology.
  • Manage multi-functional initiatives to ensure alignment and progress.
  • Facilitate communication and coordination among diverse teams to achieve project goals.

Benefits

  • 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.

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