The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries! It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. At Apple, we aim to leave the world better than we found it.
The Central Quality Engineering Program Manager manages and executes diverse engineering programs and projects, each with their own unique sets of challenges. This role is focused on executing on regulations and compliance across the world, such as the Digital Markets Act, Data Act, AI Act, and others. Designing scalable solutions to deliver on such regulations with desired quality typically requires working with expert teams across software engineering, operations, legal, and others. Apple teams that are needed to solve these problems are spread throughout the company, so it's imperative to be an expert at building and growing relationships.
Description
In this role, you’ll work closely with the quality team to promote best practices and continuously improve program management processes. Additionally, you’ll drive XF projects across teams of highly skilled engineers and program managers, providing guidance, fostering collaboration, and driving excellence in their work.
You must be comfortable operating independently in new and unfamiliar domains, quickly building competence in new regulations to inform your work. Success requires breaking down complex problems into manageable pieces, leveraging experts and owners, and adapting as we learn more. Teams expect us to - provide clear direction, collaborate to design solutions that are forward-thinking, help drive decisions, and deliver compliance outcomes for Apple. Strong communication is required for our success and credibility. You are required to synthesize complex issues into clear points. You must be able to tailor your communication to the appropriate context and seniority. You need to be able to write clearly, deliver effective presentations, and run large and difficult meetings. We also facilitate cross-functional coordination and collaboration across Apple.
Minimum Qualifications
- Excellent stakeholder leadership skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate across functions
- Versatile problem solver with a strong analytical mindset, adept at tackling challenges in complex environments through creative and critical thinking. Skilled in deconstructing problems, resolving conflicts, and leading teams to innovative solutions.
- Ability to understand technical impact related to business requirements and propose solutions to technical constraints
- B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, Information Systems, or equivalent experience
- 6+ years experience as a Product Manager / Technical Program Manager / SW Architect / SW Engineer
Preferred Qualifications
- A track record of managing company-wide, cross-functional legal projects
- Demonstrated interest in tech law and policy, as well as experience working with legal and regulatory initiatives
- Demonstrated excellence in building strong relationships across an organization
- Self-starting, self-motivated, self-directed, and self-sufficient
- Outstanding communication and presentation abilities, written and verbal, to all levels of an organization
