Localization Project Manager for AI-Driven Global Commerce

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Localization Project Manager for the Digital Commerce Management team supporting the Apple Store Online.

You will own end-to-end localization of product data, marketing, and app content across multiple platforms, coordinating with Engineering, Product, Marketing and regional teams. You will drive on-time, in-budget delivery using WorldServer and translation memories, explore AI/ML automation, manage vendor partnerships, and ensure high-quality customer experiences through

Qualifications

• 4+ years experience as Localization Project Manager.
• Hands on experience with TMS platforms, CAT tools, and translation memory management.
• Familiarity with AI/ML powered localization tools with demonstrated experience evaluating, piloting and/or managing automation solutions in production workflows.
• Strong project management and stakeholder management rigor, with exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
• Proficiency in process documentation, including the ability to define, maintain, and communicate localization workflows, SOPs, and quality frameworks across cross functional teams

Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end localization project lifecycle using WorldServer and translation memory tools to drive on-time, in-budget delivery.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with cross-functional stakeholders across Product, Engineering, Marketing, and regional teams; serve as a trusted localization advisor who proactively communicates project status, risks, and decisions with clarity and confidence.
• Continuously audit existing localization workflows to identify inefficiencies and evaluate opportunities to integrate AI, automation, and MT/LLM solutions that improve throughput, reduce manual effort, and lower cost at scale.
• Oversee LQA cycles during engineering release cycles, campaigns, and new product introductions.
• Work effectively with others in a constantly evolving environment with fixed launch schedule and effectively navigate difficult decisions with conflicting points of view.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication

Tools

TMS platforms

CAT tools

Translation memory

AI/ML localization tools

Job description

Apple Inc. is seeking a Localization Project Manager for the Digital Commerce Management team supporting the Apple Store Online.

You will own end-to-end localization of product data, marketing, and app content across multiple platforms, coordinating with Engineering, Product, Marketing and regional teams. You will drive on-time, in-budget delivery using WorldServer and translation memories, explore AI/ML automation, manage vendor partnerships, and ensure high-quality customer experiences through