Software Engineering Program Manager (EPM) - Apple Vision Pro
Job Description
Summary
Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.
Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible — all while staying connected to the people around us.
Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible — all while staying connected to the people around us.
Description
This is a hands-on position where you will be involved in the product development lifecycle from concept to delivery in a rapidly changing industry. An ideal candidate for this role has experience with and understanding of interactive content production, AR application or game development. They must also be good at establishing and communicating clear directions, setting primary and stretch objectives, reporting in a well-planned and organized manner and driving all aspects of the program while constantly looking for ways to improve upon and learn from experience.
As the Software Engineering Program Manager you will:
*Drive all aspects of large, cross-functional programs for the development of visionOS applications and interactive content.
*Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
*Manage daily execution of engineering and design tasks, keeping the development team informed about the priorities, components, scope, and goals of the visionOS program
*Advocate on behalf of the engineering and design team to ensure they are receiving appropriate cross-functional frameworks and tools support.
*Identify potential risks and challenges in project execution and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
*Ensure effective communication of project risks to stakeholders and implement contingency plans as needed.
As the Software Engineering Program Manager you will:
*Drive all aspects of large, cross-functional programs for the development of visionOS applications and interactive content.
*Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define project scope, goals, and deliverables.
*Manage daily execution of engineering and design tasks, keeping the development team informed about the priorities, components, scope, and goals of the visionOS program
*Advocate on behalf of the engineering and design team to ensure they are receiving appropriate cross-functional frameworks and tools support.
*Identify potential risks and challenges in project execution and develop proactive mitigation strategies.
*Ensure effective communication of project risks to stakeholders and implement contingency plans as needed.
Minimum Qualifications
- BS/MS, Computer Science / Engineering or relevant industry experience
- 5+ years in a software or technical program management role
- A proven track record in supporting engineers, artists and designers
- Experience putting together structure and schedules to mitigate ambiguity
- Experience driving various cross-functional teams toward one set of project goals
- Passion for immersive technologies and a keen interest in pushing the boundaries of interactive experiences.
- Ability to provide succinct and accurate executive communication and drive what matters
- Excellent communication and presentation skills, written and verbal
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic work environment.
Preferred Qualifications
- Familiarity with augmented and virtual reality concepts, 3D rendering engines, machine learning and artificial intelligence
- Prior work experience (in any role) in any of these areas is desirable:
- Digital Content Creation, 3D Games Industry, VFX Production, Interactive art
- A track record of quickly understanding technical concepts in a wide range of fields
