Software Release Engineering Program Manager

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$144,600–$263,800 / yr
Posted
1 day ago
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Software Release Engineering Program Manager

The Software Release Engineering Program Manager (EPM) - Siri joins the Siri team to manage and coordinate the delivery of high-quality software features and updates across multiple teams. This role involves guiding projects through the development lifecycle, defining schedules, tracking bug status, and managing release metrics to ensure timely execution. The candidate will be responsible for identifying risks, automating reports for the bug lifecycle, and enforcing integration and build processes across various layers of the software stack. Key requirements include a degree in Computer Science or Engineering, experience with system software fundamentals, and expertise in project managing complex, multi-functional projects. Essential skills include strong leadership, executive presence, and the ability to navigate trade-offs in high-stakes environments. The role focuses on resolving technical issues and ensuring quality for consumer products within the Siri product area.

What you'll do

  • Define, schedule, and track the status of software releases across multiple teams.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for communicating release status and program health to leadership.
  • Analyze bug data and key metrics to provide insights into program health.
  • Coordinate and lead program-wide bug reviews with cross-functional partners.
  • Track and prioritize high-priority issues, including seed-blocking and release-critical bugs.
  • Develop and automate reports to manage the bug lifecycle and improve process efficiency.
  • Enforce end-to-end integration and build processes across multiple layers of the software stack.
  • Identify and implement improvements for program execution and operational workflows.

What we're looking for

  • BS/MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent.
  • 3+ years of experience project managing complex, multi-functional projects.
  • Experience partnering with engineering and program leadership to navigate release trade-offs and communicate risk in high-stakes environments.
  • Experience developing and releasing a consumer product.
  • Solid understanding of software development practices and ability to navigate ambiguity while distinguishing urgent tasks from important ones.
  • Concise, well-structured written communication skills and the ability to articulate information for diverse audiences.
  • Prior experience in a hands-on technical role in software engineering and project management (preferred).
  • Experience working in cross-functional roles spanning multiple software stack layers such as firmware, OS, rendering, or machine learning (preferred).

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