Director of Software Engineering, Comms Apps Teams
AppleDirector of Software Engineering, Comms Apps Teams
AppleLocation
Cupertino, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
5/5/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
This role involves leading the engineering teams within Internet Technologies & User Privacy, focusing on the development of communication and productivity applications central to iOS. The position requires driving the technical vision and execution for applications like Contacts, FaceTime, Mail, Messages, and Phone, which are used by millions daily. Collaboration with various teams, including Product Marketing and Human Interface, is essential to align on strategic directives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in privacy and security within communication applications.
Requirements
- At least 4 years of experience at Director level or above.
- Strong understanding of privacy, security, and encryption in communication applications.
- Excellence in system design for offline-first, sync-enabled, multi-device applications.
- Bachelor's in Computer Science or equivalent work experience.
Responsibilities
- Lead the engineering teams responsible for defining and delivering essential communication experiences.
- Drive the technical vision and execution for applications used by hundreds of millions of users.
- Collaborate across teams and build partnerships with Product Marketing, Human Interface, and Services.
- Recruit, mentor, and develop world-class iOS engineers.
- Manage technical teams through ambiguity and evolving priorities.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Apple Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
1,065
FY2026
Approval rate
99.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
9,221
FY2026
Entry-level share
5.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+30%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-35%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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