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Sr. Technical Program Manager, AI Enablement

Today Cupertino, CA

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The Apps team is seeking a high-energy and ambitious Technical Program Manager to drive program strategy and delivery of the organization's internal AI enablement and optimization initiatives. We are looking for someone who takes ownership and is committed to delivering outstanding products for our organization. Our team combines strong technical skills, product vision, and a passion for all things program management.

Description

As a member of our dynamic team, this position requires an individual who understands software development and AI/ML technologies, and who can translate engineering and quality priorities into roadmaps - partnering with Engineering, QA, and stakeholder teams to sequence work and communicate progress across our internal AI initiatives.

Responsibilities:

Drive program strategy and end-to-end delivery of internal AI enablement and optimization initiatives

Translate engineering and quality priorities into roadmaps in partnership with Engineering, QA, and stakeholder teams

Sequence work and communicate progress of internal AI initiatives across the organization

Manage cross-functional relationships and navigate delivery dependencies for engineering teams

Apply Agile software development practices to manage projects through a full lifecycle

Deconstruct complex problems, resolve conflicts, and lead teams to solutions using analytical and critical thinking

Filter and distill meaningful information to the appropriate audiences across the organization

Evangelize AI enablement initiatives and prioritize competing demands across stakeholder groups

Preferred Qualifications

Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field, or we may consider an equivalent industry experience

Background solving technical challenges in an application development environment while supporting engineering teams

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years of recent experience in Engineering Project Management driving AI/ML technology projects

1+ years of experience leading AI/ML-adjacent projects and optimization initiatives

Engineering and quality-aware program management background

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Strong cross-functional communication, prioritization, and evangelism skills

Demonstrated delivery of technologies and services through a full project lifecycle, with experience managing projects using Agile software development

Proven track record supporting engineering teams, building and managing cross-functional relationships, and navigating delivery dependencies

Versatile problem solver with a strong analytical approach to complex challenges, adept at creative and critical thinking, able to deconstruct problems, resolve conflicts, and lead teams to solutions

Self-starter with a strong sense of personal responsibility and a technical orientation

Excellent interpersonal skills, including the ability to filter and distill meaningful information for the right audience

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, Business Management, or a related field, or we may consider an equivalent industry experience

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 $175,500 and $311,700, 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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA
Job ID: apple-200681049-0836
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-09-05T21:16:55

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  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion

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