Software Engineering Manager Jobs at Apple with Visa Sponsorship

Apple hires Software Engineering Managers to lead multi-disciplinary teams across hardware, silicon, and software platforms. The company has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering leadership roles, including petitions for engineers moving into management and new hires joining from outside the U.S.

See All Software Engineering Manager at Apple Jobs

Overview

Open Jobs211+
Top Visa TypeH-1B
Work Type100% On-site
Median Salary$271K
Top LocationCupertino, CA
Most JobsApple

Showing 5 of 211+ Software Engineering Manager Jobs at Apple jobs

Apple
Software Engineering Manager
We won't show you this job again
Apple
Added 1w ago
Software Engineering Manager
Apple
San Diego, California
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Cybersecurity
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
$141,400/yr - $283,700/yr
On-Site
7+ yrs exp.
None
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
Apple
Sr. Software Engineering Manager
We won't show you this job again
Apple
Added 2w ago
Sr. Software Engineering Manager
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Creative & Design
Technical Product & Program Management
UI/UX Design
Backend Engineering
$228,100/yr - $393,800/yr
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
Apple
Systems Software Engineering Manager
We won't show you this job again
Apple
Added 2w ago
Systems Software Engineering Manager
Apple
Sunnyvale, California
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Cloud & DevOps
Cybersecurity
Technical Program Management
Backend Engineering
$198,300/yr - $342,800/yr
On-Site
8+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
Apple
HomeKit Software Engineering Manager
We won't show you this job again
Apple
Added 2w ago
HomeKit Software Engineering Manager
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Technical Product & Program Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
Backend Engineering
$198,300/yr - $342,800/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)
Apple
iOS Software Engineering Manager
We won't show you this job again
Apple
Added 2w ago
iOS Software Engineering Manager
Apple
Cupertino, California
Software Engineering
Project & Program Management
Mobile Engineering (iOS/Android)
Project Management
Backend Engineering
$198,300/yr - $342,800/yr
On-Site
5+ yrs exp.
Bachelor's
10,000+

Have you applied for this role?

Give feedback about this job
Min 10 characters (0/10)

See all 211+ Software Engineering Manager Jobs at Apple

Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Software Engineering Manager Jobs at Apple.

Get Access To All Jobs

See all 211+ Software Engineering Manager at Apple jobs

Sign up for free to unlock all listings, filter by visa type, and get alerts for new Software Engineering Manager at Apple roles.

Get Access To All Jobs

Tips for Finding Software Engineering Manager Jobs at Apple Jobs

Frame your engineering leadership for Apple's stack

Apple's Software Engineering Manager roles span iOS, macOS, silicon, and developer tools teams. Tailor your resume to show direct management of engineers working on embedded systems, frameworks, or platform software rather than generic agile delivery experience.

Target teams where Apple files LCAs consistently

Search DOL's Labor Condition Application disclosure data for Apple job titles before applying. Teams filing LCAs for Software Engineering Manager roles signal active sponsorship pipelines, helping you prioritize outreach and internal referrals where visa support is already established.

Confirm your visa category before the offer stage

Apple sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, and Green Card pathways for engineering managers. Know which category applies to your citizenship before interviews, because Apple's recruiting team will route your packet differently depending on whether you need cap-subject H-1B or a cap-exempt option like E-3.

Build your EB-2 or EB-3 case from day one

Apple's PERM-based Green Card process for Software Engineering Managers can span multiple years. Documenting your role's degree requirements and specialized duties early makes the PERM audit process smoother if Apple initiates sponsorship after you're onboard.

Use Migrate Mate to surface active sponsorship roles

Apple posts Software Engineering Manager openings across multiple internal divisions simultaneously. Browse Migrate Mate to filter Apple's current openings by visa type so you're applying to roles with active sponsorship support rather than positions that may be restricted to existing work authorization.

Negotiate your start date around H-1B cap timelines

If you need a cap-subject H-1B, USCIS only accepts petitions starting April 1 for an October 1 employment start. Align your offer negotiation with this window early, and discuss premium processing with Apple's immigration team to lock in your status before the fiscal year begins.

Software Engineering Manager at Apple jobs are hiring across the US. Find yours.

Find Software Engineering Manager at Apple Jobs

Frequently Asked Questions

Does Apple sponsor H-1B visas for Software Engineering Managers?

Yes, Apple sponsors H-1B visas for Software Engineering Manager roles. The company works with immigration counsel to file petitions for both new hires and internal promotions into management. If you require a cap-subject H-1B, your petition enters the annual lottery with an April 1 filing window and an October 1 start date. Premium processing is available through USCIS if you need a faster adjudication decision.

How do I apply for Software Engineering Manager jobs at Apple?

Apply directly through Apple's careers portal or through Migrate Mate, which filters open roles by visa sponsorship type so you can identify positions where Apple is actively supporting work authorization. Apple's Software Engineering Manager hiring process typically includes a recruiter screen, technical leadership interviews, and a cross-functional panel assessing people management and engineering depth. Referrals from current Apple engineers significantly increase visibility.

Which visa types does Apple commonly sponsor for Software Engineering Manager roles?

Apple sponsors H-1B and H-1B1 visas for most nationalities, E-3 visas for Australian citizens, and TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering management roles. For long-term employees, Apple initiates PERM-based EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship. F-1 OPT and CPT extensions are also supported for candidates transitioning from academic programs into engineering management tracks.

What qualifications does Apple expect for Software Engineering Manager candidates?

Apple typically requires a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field, with many roles preferring a master's degree for H-1B specialty occupation purposes. Candidates are expected to have hands-on engineering backgrounds in Apple's core domains, including operating systems, silicon design, or developer platform work, combined with proven experience managing engineers across full product development cycles.

How do I manage visa timing when transitioning into a Software Engineering Manager role at Apple?

If you're changing from an individual contributor H-1B at another employer, Apple must file an H-1B transfer petition before your first day. You can start working as soon as Apple files the transfer petition, without waiting for USCIS approval, provided you have a valid prior H-1B approval. For cap-subject applicants joining fresh, the 60-day grace period after your previous employment ends gives you a narrow window to have Apple file before your status lapses.

See which Software Engineering Manager at Apple employers are hiring and sponsoring visas right now.

Search Software Engineering Manager at Apple Jobs