The role involves partnering with stakeholders and engineering teams to develop complex, customer-facing music recommendation systems while managing critical infrastructure initiatives. The position requires deep technical expertise to drive server-side projects under tight release cycles. Candidates should be able to navigate between machine learning experimentation and foundational data infrastructure work. A strong sense of responsibility and the ability to thrive in uncertainty are essential for success in this dynamic environment.

• 7+ years of work experience as an Engineering Program Manager
• Strong technical program manager with a proven track record in driving software development initiatives
• Knowledge of key technologies and systems involved in big data processing, machine learning, and distributed systems
• Demonstrated ability to manage complex dependency chains across multiple engineering organizations
• BS in Computer Science, Engineering or related technical field or equivalent industry experience
• Experience driving ML/recommendation system programs and data infrastructure initiatives including A/B testing frameworks and experiment design
• Experience with privacy/compliance-gated engineering work including navigating privacy reviews and translating legal requirements into engineering timelines
• Understanding of waterfall and agile project management methodologies
• Experience as an embedded EPM, directly supporting engineering teams by facilitating agile ceremonies
• Strong facilitation skills to drive complex, cross-functional projects
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, including presentation skills to all levels of an organization
• Experience with establishing processes and/or team culture
• Prior software development experience is a plus
• Experience in the music industry is a plus

• Partner with stakeholders and engineering teams to ship complex music recommendation systems
• Drive server-side initiatives under tight release cycles
• Manage complex dependency chains across multiple engineering organizations
• Facilitate agile ceremonies and manage release documentation for engineering teams
• Communicate responsibilities and scope clearly to ensure successful outcomes
• Thrive in uncertainty and strive to bring order to complex projects
• Build strong relationships across teams while being aware of organizational politics
• Continuously look for opportunities to improve team processes and culture
• Protect privacy while delivering key product insights
• Ship code that will be used by millions of customers

• 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.