Sr Engineering Program Manager, Apple Intelligence Evaluations

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.

Description

We’re looking for a Sr Engineering Program Manager with a proven track record of leading highly cross-functional Software and ML initiatives. In this role, you’ll own the evaluation plans for Apple’s foundation models or the AI features built on them, partnering with world-class teams across Research, Engineering, Privacy, and Data Science. You’ll thrive in a fast-moving environment, and your work will ensure that products reaching over 1 billion customers meet the quality bar Apple users expect and love. If you’re excited by a new technology space and by delivering phenomenal products with a great team, we want to hear from you.

Responsibilities

Own the evaluation plan for foundation models or AI features, including scope, metrics, timelines and launch-readiness criteria
Partner with product, research, data science and engineering teams to define evaluation requirements, methodologies, and tooling
Drive multiple complex workstreams at once with clear dependencies and critical path. Manage risks, resolve conflicts and keep stakeholders aligned
Manage annotation and data collection operations to deliver high-quality evaluation data on schedule
Partner with engineering, privacy, and legal teams to ensure our data strategy is not only world-class, but also aligns with Apple's core values
Synthesize technical complexity into clear, actionable communications for executive leadership

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's or Master's degree in EE, CS, CE, or equivalent
5+ years of experience managing large-scale, ML-powered and software programs across large organizations
Proven program management, analytical, and cross-functional leadership skills, with experience driving data-driven decision-making and process improvements
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including presentation, negotiation, and the ability to communicate abstract ideas clearly
Strong problem-solving skills with attention to details

Preferred Qualifications

Direct program management experience with Generative AI or Large Language Models (LLMs) is highly desired
Familiarity with LLM evaluation practices
Experience analyzing product data to assess quality and identify opportunities.
Experience shipping AI features in a consumer product
Comfortable in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment, with curiosity and the ability to quickly learn new technical concepts
Solid understanding of how ML systems are built, evaluated and released

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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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

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Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.