Manager, Engineering Program Manager, Foundation Models, Engineering Tools

Manager, Engineering Program Manager, Apple Foundation Models, Engineering Tools

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because each of us shares a belief that we can create something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better.

It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something — you'll add something. The Apple Foundation Models team is looking for a manager for the engineering program manager (EPM) team responsible for Engineering Tools.

You will lead a team of Program Managers to drive infrastructure & tools for training, evaluation and deployment of Foundation Models and Apple Intelligence features across Apple products.

In this role, you will manage a team of Engineering Program Managers who drive large, cross-functional infrastructure & tools programs in the AI/ML space. This requires partnering with engineering management to facilitate all aspects of projects: define, schedule, prioritize, track, proactively manage and communicate status of projects. Your team will lead efforts that bring together multiple machine learning modeling technologies as well as other cross-functional partners in areas such as software engineering, infrastructure, data collection, evaluation and other organizations within Apple.

You should bring solid experience in system software and project management, strong communication and leadership skills, and a track record of driving and delivering multiple complex projects simultaneously. Strong written and verbal communication is key as you drive projects forward, prioritize work, facilitate the removal of obstacles and escalate risks. You should demonstrate high integrity, high energy and feel comfortable in a dynamic environment.

You will need to build strong collaborative relationships and calmly manage any associated conflicts along the way. You will be responsible for successful outcomes and delivery, driving your projects with a keen eye for important details and communicating clearly on status and risks. If you relish challenge, are passionate about building and delivering phenomenal AI products, and are excited by working with a great team in an exciting new technology space, then we want to hear from you - please apply!

• BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering or related field.
• Management:
  At least 1 year managing a team of program managers.
• Program
  
  Experience:
  
  At least 5 years of experience in project or program management, leading cross-functional software engineering teams in large organizations. Candidates should be comfortable structuring new programs and leading multiple work streams independently.
• Technical Proficiency:
  Solid understanding of system architecture, design trade-offs with thorough understanding of testing, build and release processes for complex software or machine learning tools.
• Strong Leadership:
  Proven ability to lead, influence, and resolve conflicts within large, complex teams. Must demonstrate analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a product mentality.
• Effective Communication:
  Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation, negotiation, and the ability to communicate abstract ideas clearly.

• Prior experience in hands-on software development or machine learning.
• Excellent collaboration skills, working together with different teams, and fostering trust.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
• Curiosity and passion for new technologies, and proven ability to quickly understand technical concepts.

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…