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Engineering Program Manager, Intelligent System Experience

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

9/17/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

Apple is seeking a Software Engineering Project Manager to drive innovative projects that leverage machine learning technologies. This role involves collaborating with software engineers and managers to define, schedule, and track work across various teams. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in managing complex software projects and delivering customer-facing features. The position requires a blend of technical understanding and leadership skills to foster collaboration among Software, Hardware, and Design teams.

Requirements

  • 5 - 10+ years of experience as a technical software Project or Program Manager
  • Strong understanding of and experience in managing complex, multi-functional software projects
  • Experience shipping customer-facing software features and AI/ML projects from concept through delivery
  • Strong technical understanding of operating systems and how the various layers in the software stack fit together
  • BS in Computer Science or related field
  • Proven track record in defining processes and executing on them
  • Proven experience in creating clear, concise, and well-structured written documentation, such as project plans, reports, and presentations
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver effective verbal communication in team meetings, stakeholder presentations and discussions
  • Track record of adapting communication style to suit diverse audiences, including technical teams, senior management, and external partners
  • Self-motivated and enthusiastic with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities
  • Strong leadership skills including ability to build trusting relationships and influence others
  • Has a deeply curious mindset about new ideas

Responsibilities

  • Partner with software engineers and managers to define, schedule, and track the team's work.
  • Drive highly cross-functional projects dependent on innovative machine learning technologies.
  • Serve as the central hub bringing together different teams from Software, Hardware, and Design.
  • Deliver groundbreaking technology across all operating systems.
  • Create clear and concise documentation for project plans and reports.
  • Adapt communication style to suit diverse audiences and manage cross-functional teams.

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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