Software Localization Project Manager
Apple's Software Engineering (SWE) organization is seeking a Software Localization Project Manager to help deliver world-class localized and internationalized experiences across Apple products- including Apple Intelligence. In this role, you will lead complex localization workflows for multilingual software and AI-driven features across more than 50 languages. You'll work closely with cross-functional partners in engineering, modeling, design, QA, and translation teams to overcome unique localization challenges. This position requires strong problem-solving skills, independence, and the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-paced environment.
Description
- Manage end-to-end localization workflows for traditional software and AI-powered content, ensuring timely delivery, high quality across global markets.
- Collaborate with engineering, ML modeling, design, QA, and localization teams to define scope, develop detailed project plans, and track progress against milestones.
- Identify and proactively mitigate localization and internationalization (l10n/i18n) risks- including linguistic accuracy, cultural relevance, technical compatibility, and regulatory compliance.
- Advocate for global readiness by championing internationalization best practices during the software development lifecycle.
- Optimize and scale multilingual workflows through process improvement, automation, and tooling.
- Facilitate effective communication across distributed teams: gather requirements, lead reviews, and provide regular updates on goals, priorities, progress, and blockers.
- Proactively identify i18n issues in new and existing features and collaborate with product and engineering teams to address them early in development.
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- Drive projects independently, making sound decisions and solving complex problems even when information is incomplete or ambiguous.
Preferred Qualifications
5+ years of experience in software project or localization program management, ideally with global product launches.
Experience leading complex, multi-stakeholder projects using both Agile and traditional methodologies.
Prior work with geographically distributed or international teams.
Familiarity with machine learning, AI datasets, and annotation or model training workflows.
Proven track record of working independently and navigating ambiguity effectively.
Understanding of internationalization standards and practices (e.g., Unicode, CLDR).
Fluency in a second language and/or demonstrated interest in global user experience and cultural nuance.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree (or foreign equivalent) in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field.
3+ years of experience managing technical projects in a software, localization, or AI-focused environment.
Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders.
Experience working with engineering teams during software development lifecycles.
Ability to adapt to shifting priorities and thrive in a dynamic, high-velocity environment.
Demonstrated ability to learn and apply new technical concepts quickly.
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