The Program Manager for Apple's Software Engineering Central Operations team will drive operational excellence in resource planning, budgeting, and business operations. This role involves close collaboration with various teams, including Engineering leadership and Finance, to deliver data-driven insights and scalable processes. The ideal candidate will possess strong analytical skills and a passion for operational excellence, leveraging AI tools to enhance decision-making. The position requires balancing strategic thinking with operational execution to improve efficiency and support the organization's growth.

• Proven experience leading complex cross-functional programs within large organizations.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills with exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data integrity.
• Proficient in leveraging agentic AI tools for strategic planning and analytical workflows.
• Experience with resource planning, headcount management, budgeting, forecasting, and operational reporting.
• Ability to influence stakeholders and build strong partnerships across various teams.
• Strong communication and executive presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear business insights.
• Experience partnering with engineering tools teams to define business requirements and deliver reporting or analytics solutions.
• Proficiency in Excel and Keynote; experience with Workday, Tableau, or similar analytics platforms is a plus.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience required.

• Lead programs that improve resource planning, reporting, and business operations.
• Partner with engineering leaders and cross-functional teams to develop scalable processes and analytics.
• Leverage data and AI tools to streamline planning and automate analytical workflows.
• Improve reporting quality and generate actionable insights that support executive decision-making.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency and drive initiatives that enable organizational scaling.

• 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.