Program Manager, Maps - Places

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 249,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Program Manager for their Maps team. This role offers a unique opportunity to lead the delivery of innovative features that enhance user engagement and experience. With a focus on collaboration and cross-functional execution, you'll play a pivotal role in shaping the future of Apple Maps. The ideal candidate will possess strong program management skills, a passion for user experience, and the ability to drive alignment across diverse teams. Join a dynamic environment where your contributions will directly impact millions of users worldwide.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 3+ years of Program Management experience in consumer-facing products.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs.

Responsibilities

• Lead delivery of customer-facing features across Apple platforms.
• Drive cross-functional execution across engineering, design, and product.

Skills

Program Management

Technical Program Management

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Cross-functional Collaboration

User Empathy

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

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Description

Program Managers in Maps deliver the right feature at the right time. It’s a hands-on, cross-functional, and highly engaged role. A great PM is the beating heart of their team—driving alignment, clearing ambiguity, and pushing for quality every step of the way.This role is an excellent opportunity for program managers looking to grow into more senior, high-impact roles. We’re open to candidates who bring strong fundamentals, eagerness to learn, and a track record of effective collaboration—even if they are earlier in their career journey. You’ll be supported by an experienced and collaborative team, and given meaningful ownership to help you develop as a leader.As a Program Manager on our team, you will:- Lead delivery of customer-facing features across Apple platforms—from concept through launch—with a focus on improving exploration, discovery, and engagement in Apple Maps.- Define scope, priorities, and success metrics while balancing technical feasibility with user value.- Drive cross-functional execution across engineering, design, product, and data science.- Evaluate user experiences critically—identifying what works and what needs refinement.- Employ a solution-oriented approach to make informed decisions on trade-offs between usability, performance, and technical constraints.- Communicate status, risks, and trade-offs clearly across teams and leadership.- Contribute to roadmap development by identifying user needs, aligning goals, and influencing product direction.- Represent your program with accountability and integrity across Apple’s internal teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of Program Management or Technical Program Management experience in consumer-facing products, with flexibility for strong candidates who bring relevant skills or domain experience.
• Demonstrated success shipping client applications and/or complementary web or backend services.
• Strong empathy for users and the ability to reason through product design trade-offs.
• Extraordinary communication and organizational skills.
• Proven ability to manage complex, cross-functional programs and drive alignment across stakeholders.
• Experience working in a dynamic, execution-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

• Technical background or hands-on experience with software development is a strong plus.
• Familiarity with Maps, location-based services, or machine learning–informed features.
• Passion for product quality, user experience design, and attention to detail.

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 $136,300 and $248,700, 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.

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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