Engineering Program Manager, Editorial Tools, Apple Services Engineering

Summary

Posted: Feb 13, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200589846

The Apple Services Engineering team is one of the most exciting examples of Apple’s long-held passion for combining art and technology. These are the people who power the App Store, Apple TV, Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, Fitness+ and Apple Books. We are in search of a highly-motivated, experienced self-starter to drive Music & Podcast projects. We’re looking for someone who thrives in a fast-paced environment, loves collaborating with diverse teams, and values building strong, authentic relationships. This is a hands-on position where the Program Manager will not only help gather project requirements, drive the schedule and hold technical discussions, but will also drive reporting and leadership communication at a program-level. This is not a task-based job; you will be responsible for successful outcomes and delivery. Strong fundamentals are a requirement, but you have more. You take responsibility; you feel a personal stake in the projects you are delivering under your program; you communicate responsibilities and scope clearly, you thrive in uncertainty and strive to bring order to it; you have deep wisdom and judgment; you build positive relationships; you are aware of politics but do not get mired in them; you are constantly looking to improve yourself and your team; and you ship code which millions of customers will use.

Description

This position requires an individual who will: * Drive and ship Music and Podcast projects to support customer facing features as well as internal tools. * Lead multiple concurrent projects, managing scope, requirements, timelines, resource allocation, stakeholder management, reporting, and risk assessments. * Work on cross-functional projects with multi-functional schedules across the Apple ecosystem. * Foster a collaborative environment and lead by example with a focus on excellence, inclusivity, and compassion, while also being process-oriented and striving for efficiency. * Build relationships and bring people together across Apple Services Engineering and partner teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years experience as a technical software Project or Program Manager.
• Experience managing projects using Agile project management methodologies.
• Experience managing projects/programs through the software development lifecycle from requirements to production.
• Strong experience in driving complex and multi-functional software projects and integrations.
• BS in Computer Science or related experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience leading highly technical/complex software projects.
• Strong background in driving programs includes but not limited to: reporting, capacity planning, etc.
• Strong presentation skills and experience tailoring communications to various audiences.
• Ability to drive and participate in technical discussions.
• Self-motivated, accountable, and enthusiastic.
• Demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities.
• Ability to build relationships and influence others.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills including the ability to tailor communication style to multiple audiences.
• High attention to detail; ability to quickly adsorb terminology and understand dependencies across various technology stacks.
• Highly organized; proven track record of defining processes and establishing them.

Pay & Benefits

• At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $157,000 and $278,900, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
  
  Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.
  
  Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.