AIML - Sr Engineering Program Manager, Siri Devices

Cupertino, California, United States

Machine Learning and AI

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. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. We’re looking for a strong Sr. Engineering Program Manager with a proven track record of building and maintaining complex software platforms, tools, and processes that deliver new end-to-end experiences that delight customers.

Description

You will drive programs and/or projects that support Siri Devices including driving feature definition, system architecture, timelines, milestones, risk management, and program execution. This includes collaborating with multiple partner organizations and various disciplines such as Design, Engineering, and QA to deliver highly integrated experiences. Communication is critical. You will provide clear, timely, concise, and objective communication, including regular program status updates, critical issues and mitigations, changes in plans, risks, and asks as needed. You will also drive discussions and break down complex issues into manageable chunks to drive engineering, design, and other teams to alignment while maintaining great teamwork and collaboration. You will own the program end-to-end - from inception to delivery. You will create and manage project timelines and milestones with clear dependencies, critical path, and deliverables with a communication strategy. You will also manage risks, mitigations, and re-plan as needed. You will drive on-time delivery and deployment with necessary checkpoints and status updates. As a part of execution, you will also identify issues and drive towards solutions with cross-functional teams.

Minimum Qualifications

  1. Program Experience: 5+ years in project or program management, leading cross-functional software engineering teams requiring large organizations to deliver consumer-facing technology products. Candidates should be comfortable structuring new programs and managing multiple work streams independently.
  2. Technical Proficiency: Solid understanding of system architecture, design trade-offs with thorough understanding of testing, build and release processes for complex software. Should have Bachelors or Master’s degree or equivalent experience in Computer Science or related field.
  3. Strong Leadership: Proven ability to lead, influence, and resolve conflicts within large, complex teams. Must demonstrate analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and a product approach.
  4. Effective Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication, including presentation, negotiation, and the ability to communicate abstract ideas clearly.

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

  1. Experience working with voice assistant technology.
  2. Experience in delivering user-facing software features and driving full-stack development.

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $165,500 and $293,800, 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. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.

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