Software Engineering Manager, Developer Publications

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 206,200 - 356,400; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking a Software Engineering Manager for the Developer Publications team.

You will lead the Platform engineering group responsible for services, Xcode integrations, and DocC, Apple’s open source documentation compiler used by developers and engineers daily. As a manager, you will shape the product vision, own delivery timelines, review designs, and mentor engineers while collaborating with cross‑functional partners across Apple.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role managing software engineering teams.
• Prior experience as a software engineer with a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and engineering best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop engineers.
• Experience with project planning and resource allocation.
• Experience shipping high quality user facing products and features.

Responsibilities

• Participation in product development discussions, mapping functional requirements to a technical design and project schedule
• Tracking delivery schedules and related dependencies
• Writing detailed architecture and design proposals
• Communication with external teams on various aspects such as technical design, project schedule, and project status
• Participation in design and code reviews produced by engineers
• Driving quality improvement initiatives and processes
• Growing the team by hiring great and diverse engineers
• Providing growth opportunities by mentoring / coaching engineers in the team

Skills

Leadership

Coaching

Project planning

Resource allocation

SDLC knowledge

Mentoring

Tools

Xcode

Swift

Job description

Software Engineering Manager, Developer Publications

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

The documentation engineering team is responsible for creating developer tools and framework-level support for the documentation workflows in Xcode and the developer website. We’re looking for a software engineering manager to manage our Cupertino based Platform engineering team – the team is responsible for the services, Xcode integrations, and work on DocC - Apple's open source documentation compiler - that power documentation both internally and externally at Apple. The ideal candidate wants to tackle big problems, has a vision for the product, and cares about getting the little details right. As a manager on this team, you will be responsible for leading the design, development and delivery of features and products that 3rd party developers and Apple engineers will use every day. This is an excellent opportunity to work with us to build an extraordinary development team and deliver high quality products. We are looking for an individual with a strong desire to learn. Nobody is expected to have experience with all the skills below, we value candidates from all experiences and backgrounds. Please don’t hesitate to apply if you don’t meet all of the below criteria.

Description

This will be your opportunity to be part of a highly motivated team who build first-class developer tools and apply them in innovative ways. Our team is diverse, dynamic and passionate about the products we build.

• Participation in product development discussions, mapping functional requirements to a technical design and project schedule
• Tracking delivery schedules and related dependencies
• Writing detailed architecture and design proposals
• Communication with external teams on various aspects such as technical design, project schedule, and project status
• Participation in design and code reviews produced by engineers
• Driving quality improvement initiatives and processes
• Growing the team by hiring great and diverse engineers
• Providing growth opportunities by mentoring / coaching engineers in the team

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in a leadership role managing software engineering teams
• Prior experience as a software engineer with a strong understanding of the software development lifecycle and engineering best practices.
• Demonstrated ability to coach and develop engineers.
• Experience with project planning and resource allocation
• Experience shipping high quality user facing products and features

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with: Xcode, Swift and developing for Apple’s platforms
• Experience fostering a collaborative and inclusive environment
• Ability to understand problems and designs at a very low level, with the expectation to contribute to and challenge decisions related to architecture, development, and operational processes
• Ability to communicate with cross-functional teams about various engineering topics such as system architecture, detailed design, APIs, project schedules, testing strategies, etc.

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 $206,200 and $356,400, 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