Sr Engineering Program Manager, Planning & Status Operations - Siri & AIML

Apple Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 157,000 - 279,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Engineering Program Manager to oversee Siri and AIML operations. In this pivotal role, you will ensure seamless execution through effective status reporting, operational processes, and cross-functional communications. Your expertise in project management will be crucial as you drive alignment and accountability across teams, streamline workflows, and prepare executive content for strategic meetings. Join a forward-thinking company that values innovation and offers extensive benefits, including comprehensive medical coverage and opportunities for career advancement. This is your chance to make a significant impact in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Educational reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Employee stock purchase plan

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in software program or project management.
• Strong ability to drive critical project features across multiple teams.

Responsibilities

• Manage program status reporting and operational processes.
• Drive consistency across deliverables and timelines.

Skills

Project Management

Communication Skills

Software Development Practices

Problem Solving

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or Business Management

Tools

Atlassian Tools

Job description

Sr Engineering Program Manager, Planning & Status Operations - Siri & AIML

Seattle, Washington, United States Machine Learning and AI

Description

As an Engineering Program Manager, you will be responsible for ensuring seamless execution of Siri & AIML operations by managing status reporting, operational processes, and cross-functional communications. You will:

1. Own and drive weekly program status reporting, including setup, archival, and communications to cross-functional teams.
2. Maintain alignment and accountability across Engineering and EPM partners by setting clear deadlines, sending reminders, and ensuring timely submission of materials.
3. Partner with engineering program managers to keep project tracking tools up-to-date and aligned with key deliverables.
4. Continuously improve workflows within internal tools, including the integration of structured data from systems to streamline reporting and reduce manual effort.
5. Prepare executive-facing content for weekly organizational meetings, collaborating with leadership to shape messaging and ensure strategic alignment.
6. Provide operational support (including templates and materials) for major planning and milestone events (e.g., executive reviews, developer conferences), in close coordination with release management and cross-functional partners.
7. Act as the point of contact for driving consistency across deliverables, timelines, and documentation standards by liaising with software engineering partners and operations teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in related fields like Computer Science, Engineering, Business Management, or an equivalent level of additional industry experience.
• 5+ years of experience in software program or project management, with a proven track record of leading and successfully shipping multiple complex projects simultaneously.
• Strong ability to drive critical project features involving integration across multiple teams, bringing structure to complexity and balancing competing priorities in fast-paced, dynamic environments.
• Solid knowledge of software development practices, with excellent attention to detail and a focus on delivering results across cross-functional efforts.
• Exceptional communication and presentation skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to drive clarity and alignment among diverse partners.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience shipping AI/ML projects.
• Experience with Atlassian tools.
• Experience building or scaling internal operational processes or reporting frameworks within large organizations.

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 $157,000 and $278,900, 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.