Engineering Program Manager, Cloud Capacity Engineering, Apple Services Engineering

Summary

Are you an engineering program management professional who thrives on delivering complex software projects with precision, accountability, and speed? The Cloud Capacity and Operations team is seeking a seasoned Program Manager to drive the end-to-end delivery of engineering features across our Capacity Management tooling ecosystem — the critical infrastructure that powers Apple's global capacity planning and operations.

In this role, you will be the connective tissue between engineering, product, finance, and operations teams — keeping roadmaps on track, anticipating risks before they materialize, and ensuring that our tooling capabilities stay ahead of the organization's needs. You will be a trusted partner to engineering leads and a clear, credible voice with executive stakeholders.

Description

As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with an incredible team of professionals who are passionate about their work and committed to making a difference. We offer a welcoming, inclusive environment where your ideas and contributions are valued, and where you can grow your career while making a meaningful impact. If you're ready to take on an exciting new challenge and join a fast-moving, innovative organization, we'd love to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Own end-to-end program delivery for a portfolio of engineering features across our capacity management tooling ecosystem, from kickoff through launch
Drive cross-functional alignment across engineering, product, data, finance, and operations teams to maintain velocity and resolve dependencies
Develop and maintain detailed program plans, milestones, and risk registers; anticipate blockers and drive resolution before they impact delivery
Partner with engineering leads to define scope, sequence work effectively, and hold teams accountable to commitments
Advocate for automation and tooling investments that reduce manual processes and improve the accuracy and efficiency of capacity planning workflows
Synthesize program status, risks, and decisions into clear, concise communications for stakeholders at all levels including senior leadership
Establish and continuously improve program management practices and execution standards within the team

Minimum Qualifications

10+ years of experience in engineering program management, preferably in a large-scale, data-driven technology organization
Demonstrated track record of delivering complex software projects on time and with quality in a fast-paced environment
Strong cross-functional collaboration skills with the ability to drive alignment across engineering, product, finance, and operations stakeholders
Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to convey complex technical and operational concepts to stakeholders at all levels
Proven ability to see around corners — identifying risks, dependencies, and organizational blockers early and driving resolution proactively
Bachelor's degree in computer science, business, or a relevant field required; MS, MBA, or other advanced degree a plus

Preferred Qualifications

Experience managing tooling or platform engineering programs in a cloud infrastructure or capacity planning environment
Working knowledge of capacity planning concepts, infrastructure forecasting, or cloud financial operations
Familiarity with data engineering workflows and an ability to partner effectively with data and analytics teams
Knowledge of modern infrastructure technologies, frameworks, and methodologies
Experience driving automation initiatives that replace manual processes with scalable, reliable tooling

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

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 $207,400 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.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.