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INTRODUCTION
Apple Services Engineering team is one of the most exciting examples of Apple’s long-held passion for combining art and technology! The Apple Media Services program team within Apple Services Engineering is seeking an extraordinary Engineering Program Manager with a deep understanding of client side mobile technology and a genuine enthusiasm for delivering complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment. If you are curious about the details, driven to achieve, and passionate about the product, we would love to hear from you! Come help us solve some gnarly problems to deliver wow experiences to millions of Apple customers!
DESCRIPTION
Join the team that brings User Engagement to life for millions of people every day! We’re looking for a Engineering Program Manager who’s excited to shape the future of how customers engage with services across all of Apple's software offerings; the experiences that help users stay connected, organized, and seamlessly in sync.
In this role, you’ll partner with world-class engineers, designers, and product teams to turn big ideas into polished, reliable features. You’ll orchestrate complex cross-platform programs, navigate between fast-paced web development and client software cycles, and keep teams aligned as we deliver delightful, high-impact user experiences across Apple’s ecosystem (and beyond!).
If you love solving tough problems, connecting dots across platforms, and shipping products that quietly power people’s daily lives, this is the place for you. Come help us build the next generation of client frameworks; fast, secure, and easy to use.
Responsibilities
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Partner with multiple Engineering leads to drive cross functional programs through delivery; inclusive of timelines, planning, requirements, and dependencies. This role requires you to build trust with engineering partners and persistently remove ambiguity by seeking to reduce complexity.
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Manage risks, mitigations, and drive alignment across the organization and between teams.
-
Provide clear, timely and objective communication, including regular program status updates and critical issues as needed to executive team.
-
Coordinate discussions and break down complex issues into discussion topics to drive engineering and design alignment with support from project team, maintaining an orientation toward teamwork and collaboration.
-
Proactively identify issues and solutions, and mobilize resources necessary to attack and resolve.
-
Coordinate with teams to identify issues, prioritize tasks and track risks to schedule and product quality, including cross-functional dependencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
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5+ years of experience in Program / Project management successfully leading highly cross-functional software development.
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Experience leading large programs; from requirements gathering collaboration with product and design teams, through software development and release qualification while maintaining a high bar for quality.
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Proven self-starter, who is dedicated and demonstrates creative and critical thinking abilities.
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Systems within this scope are complex, so you will not only be expected to be able to readily understand complicated and subtle interdependencies, but also to evaluate new requests and new information in light of these systems.
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Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience.
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Proven record in defining processes, developing metrics and executing on them while driving program maturity and process optimization. Being able to think on your feet is important, as is the ability to thoughtfully and efficiently debate the validity of a given approach to any aspect of a project under your control.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
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Past experience with mobile-first client side frameworks programs. Building a framework offering and driving/tracking adoption is a plus.
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10+ years of experience in technical program management, service delivery, or engineering leadership.
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A history of leadership, decision making, negotiation skills, and ability to influence partners without direct authority.
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Strong analytical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
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Experience leading multiple complex projects simultaneously.
-
Ability to communicate abstract ideas clearly and independently manage complex project objectives.
-
Proven experience driving multi-team development schedules across both server and client environments.
-
Hands-on experience driving AI initiatives - from early problem framing, data analysis, through development, evaluation, launch readiness and ongoing service management.
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Previous experience building customer facing products/services with foundational understanding of the technical details.
PAY & BENEFITS
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 $172,100 and $305,600, 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.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

INTRODUCTION
Apple Services Engineering team is one of the most exciting examples of Apple’s long-held passion for combining art and technology! The Apple Media Services program team within Apple Services Engineering is seeking an extraordinary Engineering Program Manager with a deep understanding of client side mobile technology and a genuine enthusiasm for delivering complex, cross-functional projects in a fast-paced environment. If you are curious about the details, driven to achieve, and passionate about the product, we would love to hear from you! Come help us solve some gnarly problems to deliver wow experiences to millions of Apple customers!
DESCRIPTION
Join the team that brings User Engagement to life for millions of people every day! We’re looking for a Engineering Program Manager who’s excited to shape the future of how customers engage with services across all of Apple's software offerings; the experiences that help users stay connected, organized, and seamlessly in sync.
In this role, you’ll partner with world-class engineers, designers, and product teams to turn big ideas into polished, reliable features. You’ll orchestrate complex cross-platform programs, navigate between fast-paced web development and client software cycles, and keep teams aligned as we deliver delightful, high-impact user experiences across Apple’s ecosystem (and beyond!).
If you love solving tough problems, connecting dots across platforms, and shipping products that quietly power people’s daily lives, this is the place for you. Come help us build the next generation of client frameworks; fast, secure, and easy to use.
Responsibilities
-
Partner with multiple Engineering leads to drive cross functional programs through delivery; inclusive of timelines, planning, requirements, and dependencies. This role requires you to build trust with engineering partners and persistently remove ambiguity by seeking to reduce complexity.
-
Manage risks, mitigations, and drive alignment across the organization and between teams.
-
Provide clear, timely and objective communication, including regular program status updates and critical issues as needed to executive team.
-
Coordinate discussions and break down complex issues into discussion topics to drive engineering and design alignment with support from project team, maintaining an orientation toward teamwork and collaboration.
-
Proactively identify issues and solutions, and mobilize resources necessary to attack and resolve.
-
Coordinate with teams to identify issues, prioritize tasks and track risks to schedule and product quality, including cross-functional dependencies.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
-
5+ years of experience in Program / Project management successfully leading highly cross-functional software development.
-
Experience leading large programs; from requirements gathering collaboration with product and design teams, through software development and release qualification while maintaining a high bar for quality.
-
Proven self-starter, who is dedicated and demonstrates creative and critical thinking abilities.
-
Systems within this scope are complex, so you will not only be expected to be able to readily understand complicated and subtle interdependencies, but also to evaluate new requests and new information in light of these systems.
-
Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with the ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience.
-
Proven record in defining processes, developing metrics and executing on them while driving program maturity and process optimization. Being able to think on your feet is important, as is the ability to thoughtfully and efficiently debate the validity of a given approach to any aspect of a project under your control.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
-
Past experience with mobile-first client side frameworks programs. Building a framework offering and driving/tracking adoption is a plus.
-
10+ years of experience in technical program management, service delivery, or engineering leadership.
-
A history of leadership, decision making, negotiation skills, and ability to influence partners without direct authority.
-
Strong analytical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
-
Experience leading multiple complex projects simultaneously.
-
Ability to communicate abstract ideas clearly and independently manage complex project objectives.
-
Proven experience driving multi-team development schedules across both server and client environments.
-
Hands-on experience driving AI initiatives - from early problem framing, data analysis, through development, evaluation, launch readiness and ongoing service management.
-
Previous experience building customer facing products/services with foundational understanding of the technical details.
PAY & BENEFITS
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 $172,100 and $305,600, 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.
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship as an Engineering Program Manager
Frame your credentials around PERM requirements
PERM ties your green card to the minimum requirements the employer lists for the role. Document your degree, PMP certification, and program management experience against those stated minimums before your employer files, so the labor certification reflects your actual qualifications.
Target employers with dedicated immigration programs
Engineering Program Manager roles at large aerospace, defense, semiconductor, and enterprise tech firms come with in-house immigration teams already familiar with PERM timelines. Prioritize organizations that have filed multiple EB-2 and EB-3 petitions to avoid educating a first-time sponsor mid-process.
Use Migrate Mate to filter green card sponsoring employers
Searching broadly misses companies actively filing PERM applications for program management roles. Migrate Mate lets you filter specifically for employers with employment-based green card sponsorship history, so you spend your time on companies already set up to sponsor your category.
Verify prevailing wage before accepting an offer
Your employer must pay at least the DOL prevailing wage for your geographic area and experience level or USCIS will deny the I-140. Run the OFLC Wage Search for the Engineering Program Manager SOC code in your target city before your offer letter is finalized.
Understand your priority date and country backlog early
EB-3 has no annual cap concerns for many countries, but nationals from India and China face multi-year backlogs even after I-140 approval. Check the monthly Visa Bulletin from the State Department to model your realistic wait before committing to a sponsoring employer.
Prepare for the supervised recruitment audit window
PERM requires your employer to run a good-faith recruitment campaign and document that no qualified U.S. workers applied. If DOL selects the application for audit, you'll need performance reviews, job descriptions, and correspondence ready. Start organizing those records the moment your employer agrees to sponsor.
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Find Engineering Program Manager JobsEngineering Program Manager Green Card Sponsorship: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an Engineering Program Manager role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Engineering Program Manager positions typically qualify for both categories. EB-2 applies when the employer requires a master's degree or equivalent, which is common for senior program managers overseeing complex technical portfolios. EB-3 covers roles where a bachelor's degree in engineering or a related field is the stated minimum. The classification depends on how your employer structures the PERM job requirements, not on your own credentials above that floor.
How is PERM green card sponsorship different from H-1B sponsorship for this role?
H-1B is a temporary work visa with a six-year base limit and annual lottery exposure. PERM-based green card sponsorship is permanent residence, with no lottery and no renewal cycle once you're approved. The tradeoff is timeline: PERM labor certification alone can take six to eighteen months, and I-140 adjudication adds more time on top. For program managers on H-1B, many employers file both concurrently to preserve your status while the green card processes.
How do I find employers actively sponsoring green cards for Engineering Program Managers?
Most job postings don't advertise PERM sponsorship explicitly, so searching by job title alone misses the picture. Migrate Mate filters roles specifically by employment-based green card sponsorship history, letting you target employers who have already gone through the PERM process for similar positions. That filtering saves months of outreach to companies that have no infrastructure or appetite for permanent sponsorship.
Can my employer start the PERM process before I have a permanent offer letter?
PERM requires a bona fide job offer for a permanent, full-time position, but it doesn't require that you be in the role yet. Employers often file while you're still on H-1B or OPT, using a future employment date. The job description filed with DOL must match the actual role you'll perform, so vague or inflated requirements can trigger an audit or denial later.
What happens to my green card petition if I change employers mid-process?
If your I-140 has been approved for more than 180 days, you can port the priority date and petition to a new employer in the same or similar occupational category under AC21 portability rules. Engineering Program Manager roles are broadly classified, so moving to a comparable program management position at a different company generally qualifies. If the I-140 hasn't been approved yet, the petition is tied to the original employer and you'd need to restart the PERM process with the new company.
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