Apple's Special Projects team is looking for a Senior Engineering Program Manager to lead the AI evaluation framework for next-generation AI experiences. This role involves driving the strategic direction for measuring and validating AI model performance across various modalities. The EPM will influence product roadmaps and make critical decisions that impact user interactions with AI. The position requires a blend of technical expertise in machine learning evaluation and strong leadership skills to guide teams through complex programs.

• 7+ years of technical program management experience, with at least 3 years leading complex AI/ML programs.
• Proven track record of delivering complex programs by defining clear requirements and driving engineering teams to successful outcomes.
• Experience influencing and driving decisions at Director/VP level.
• Strong ability to navigate ambiguity and lead teams through uncertainty while maintaining program momentum.
• Excellence in executive communication with the ability to distill complex technical information.

• Organize and lead teams to architect the evaluation methodology for AI models.
• Translate ambiguous product requirements into concrete success metrics.
• Drive critical hill-climbing decisions that shape AI experiences for users.
• Mentor teams and establish best practices for AI quality.
• Lead complex, high-stakes programs while maintaining program momentum.

• 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.