Head of Creative Apps Engineering - iOS/macOS

Apple, Inc.

Cupertino (CA)

On-site

USD 238,000 - 402,000

Full time

3 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical coverage
Employee stock plans
Relocation assistance
Education reimbursement

Job summary

Apple, Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Manager for Creative Apps to lead multiple engineering teams focused on photography and creative tools for iOS and macOS.

The role blends hands-on technical work with people leadership, mentoring engineers and managers to drive high-quality product delivery. You will partner with product, design, and XFN groups to translate creative vision into shipped software, defining roadmaps and engineering excellence practices while

Qualifications

  • 5+ years of engineering management experience leading engineers and managers.
  • Deep expertise in iOS and/or macOS app development using UIKit and/or AppKit.
  • Proven track record delivering consumer-facing apps from concept to App Store release.
  • Strong background in software architecture, frameworks, and UI systems at scale.
  • Experience building high-performing teams in fast-paced environments.

Responsibilities

  • Lead multiple engineering teams, guiding technical strategy and execution.
  • Partner with product, design, and cross-functional teams for polished features.
  • Balance hands-on technical work with people leadership, mentoring engineers and managers.
  • Define engineering excellence practices and quality software standards.
  • Recruit, develop, and retain top engineering talent and career growth paths.

Skills

Leadership
iOS/macOS dev
UIKit/AppKit
Roadmap & strategy
Cross-functional auth

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Job description

Apple, Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking a Senior Software Engineering Manager for Creative Apps to lead multiple engineering teams focused on photography and creative tools for iOS and macOS.

The role blends hands-on technical work with people leadership, mentoring engineers and managers to drive high-quality product delivery. You will partner with product, design, and XFN groups to translate creative vision into shipped software, defining roadmaps and engineering excellence practices while

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