Job description
**Role Number:** 200620032-0836
**Summary**
Are you passionate about building and handling the software that enables Apple's engineering and manufacturing perfection?
Join a team where your technical expertise and program management expertise directly supports systems and applications that bring Apple’s products to life.
Apple's Hardware Test Engineering team is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Program Manager (EPM) to deliver impactful software solutions that scale across Apple's entire product ecosystem.
Our team sits at the heart of New Product Introduction (NPI), Early Engagement of new Technologies and Operations, ensuring Apple products just work and delight customers from the moment they open the box.
**Description**
As a SW EPM, you'll drive end-to-end delivery of software applications and systems that enable hardware testing, validation, and manufacturing across Apple's entire product ecosystem.
You'll partner with Engineering, Technology, Finance, Operations and other multi-functional organizations to translate complex technical requirements into actionable programs and ensure on time delivery.
**Minimum Qualifications**
+ Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or related technical field; Master's degree preferred
+ 7+ years of software project management experience
+ Hands-on software engineering and development background - we value candidates who have written code, built systems, and understand the development lifecycle from experience
**Preferred Qualifications**
+ Confirmed expertise in requirements analysis and translating business needs into technical specifications
+ Shown success delivering high-quality software projects on time through effective quality management and achievement tracking
+ Track record of identifying technical risks early and leading technical deep dives with SW engineers, DevOps and QA to resolve sophisticated technical challenges
+ Excellent presentation skills with validated experience delivering clear project updates and priorities
+ Knowledge of software engineering standard methodologies (Agile, DevOps, quality assurance processes)
+ Passion for operational perfection and customer-focused outcomes
+ Relevant industry certifications are a plus: PMP, Agile/Scrum certifications (CSM, PSM), SAFe, or equivalent program management credentials
+ Continuous learning attitude with dedication to staying ahead of, with industry best practices and new technologies (AI/ML)
**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 $172,100 and $305,600, 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.
(https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity.
We seek to promote 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.
Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .
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