Director of Software Engineering, Comms Apps Teams

Role Number:
Team:
Software and Services

Location:

Cupertino Weekly

Hours:

40

Posted:
Summary 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 every one of us shares a belief that we can make 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.

Join Platform Apps & Technologies to lead the engineering teams responsible for defining and delivering the essential communication and productivity experiences that are at the heart of iOS. Drive the technical vision and execution for applications used by hundreds of millions of users daily, setting the standard for quality, performance, and role in defining the user experience around Contacts, Face Time, Mail, Messages, and Phone.

Description This role requires collaboration across teams and close partnerships with Product Marketing, Human Interface, and Services to align on strategic directives.

Minimum Qualifications At least 2 years of experience at Director level or above.

Strong understanding of privacy, security, and encryption in communication applications, and excellence in system design for offline-first, sync-enabled, multi-device applications.

Passion for crafting intuitive, accessible, and delightful user experiences, with strong cross-functional collaboration skills that lead to the best outcomes for the customer.

Ability to influence and align stakeholders across hardware, software, and services organizations.

Track record of recruiting, mentoring, and developing world-class iOS engineers, including experience with career development and building inclusive teams.

Excellence in technical communication for audiences ranging from individual contributors to executive leadership.

Experience managing technical teams through ambiguity, organizational change, and evolving priorities.

Proven ability to translate leadership goals into actionable tasks, supported by experience in project planning and executive reporting.

Preferred Qualifications Bachelor’s in Computer Science or equivalent work experience, with a proven track record shipping consumer-scale communication or productivity applications.

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 $311,100 and $496,900, 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

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