Apple · 3 hours ago
Engineering Program Manager, Podcasts, Apple Services Engineering
San Francisco, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$172K/yr - $306K/yr
6+ years expApple is a leader in combining art and technology, and they are seeking a Senior Engineering Program Manager for Apple Podcasts. The role involves driving the delivery of innovative features and managing complex, customer-facing projects to enhance user experiences in podcasting.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Shape the future of podcasting – Drive end-to-end delivery of innovative features, including cutting-edge AI capabilities, that will redefine how millions discover and enjoy podcasts on Apple Podcasts
Own what matters – Lead strategic planning and execution of multiple concurrent initiatives, from defining scope and requirements to managing timelines and coordinating resources across client, server, ML, analytics, and tooling teams
Be the connective tissue – Build strong partnerships across Engineering, Product, Design, Data Science, QA, Legal, Privacy, Business, and Operations to shape product roadmaps and drive seamless feature delivery
Think strategically, execute flawlessly – Lead yearly and quarterly roadmap planning for the Podcasts Tooling team while maintaining laser focus on day-to-day execution, ensuring every feature ships with quality and impact
Define the product – Craft business, functional, and operational requirements for the features you drive, often writing them yourself to ensure clarity and alignment
Drive continuous innovation – Champion process improvements and operational excellence within Apple Services Engineering Media Apps, making the team more effective with each release
Communicate with impact – Keep stakeholders at all levels informed with clear program updates, proactive risk identification, and thoughtful mitigation strategies
Qualification
Required
6+ years of technical program management experience delivering software products from inception to launch
Proven track record managing complex, cross-functional projects across the full software development lifecycle
Strong technical acumen with the ability to engage deeply in architectural and design discussions
Experience working with distributed teams across multiple time zones
BA/BS in technical field or equivalent industry experience
Strong program management fundamentals with a track record of shipping at scale
Excitement about AI/ML technology and its potential to transform user experiences
Personal accountability and stake in product success
Ability to bring clarity to complexity and build strong cross-functional relationships
Deep judgment, technical curiosity, and relentless focus on delivery
Passion for creating products used by millions
This role requires someone who communicates with clarity, navigates ambiguity with confidence, and is committed to continuous improvement—for yourself and your team
Preferred
Experience shipping machine learning or generative AI features to customers at scale
Exceptional strategic thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure ambiguous challenges and drive actionable solutions
Outstanding communication and presentation abilities—written and verbal—that resonate with audiences from engineers to executives
Proven success delivering complex, customer-facing products under aggressive timelines in fast-paced environments
Experience launching global products through effective collaboration across Product, Engineering, Analytics, Design, Operations, and QA teams
Superior organizational skills with meticulous attention to detail and the ability to juggle competing priorities gracefully
Natural relationship builder who influences without authority and earns trust across all levels
Self-motivated, proactive, and deeply accountable—you take ownership and follow through
Strong facilitation skills for requirements gathering, design reviews, stakeholder alignment, and executive reporting
Passion for podcasts
MBA or equivalent advanced degree
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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10001+ employees
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CEO
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SVP, Software Engineering
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