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Program Manager (Strategic Programs Lead), Worldwide Sales & Operations Support

Apple

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/19/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
Master's with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Program Manager role at Apple focuses on driving cross-functional execution of global data privacy compliance initiatives. This position is part of the WW PMO team, which collaborates with various stakeholders to ensure regulatory changes are effectively translated into system requirements. The ideal candidate will manage program planning, execution readiness, and stakeholder communications, ensuring clarity and accountability throughout the program. This role requires a strong understanding of data privacy regulations and the ability to synthesize complex information for senior leadership.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree required, Master's preferred in Business, Information Systems, Law, or a related field
  • 5+ years of experience in cross-functional program or portfolio management in a compliance-driven environment
  • Demonstrated expertise in readiness management, scope management, scheduling, and resource planning
  • Strong understanding of data privacy regulations such as GDPR, PIPL, and CCPA
  • Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, with the ability to present to senior leadership
  • Experience with macOS tools and enterprise program management tools like Wrike, Jira, or Smartsheet

Responsibilities

  • Own program planning and schedule management for data privacy initiatives
  • Manage readiness and execution of compliance programs across multiple stakeholders
  • Develop and maintain communication and reporting structures for program updates
  • Establish program tools, standards, and frameworks to support compliance efforts

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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