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Xcode Program, Build, and Release Team Manager
AppleUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 21 Dec 2024
💰 $286,600/yr($190,700/yr – $286,600/yr)
About the role
Summary
Posted: Dec 21, 2024Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200584293
The Xcode and Swift Playgrounds Program, Build, and Release project management team is responsible for running bug tracking operations, coordinating and planning our daily builds, and delivering software releases internally and to the public. Engineering Project Managers (EPMs) are one of the secrets to Apple’s success in delivering quality software on-time. We bridge organizational boundaries and drive cross-functional collaboration, enabling teams to surpass what they might achieve on their own and expanding the possibilities of what we can build as a company. We are seeking an experienced manager to lead the team while also working as a contributor on daily tasks and automation. Your team will be responsible for overseeing the integration, building, and qualification for Xcode and Swift Playgrounds. You will develop bug management processes in partnership with our software engineering managers, communicate branching/release schedules and deadlines for our team and our partners, and coordinate internal and production releases of Apple’s tools software. These tools are used by millions of developers of macOS, iOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS apps. We’re looking for someone who enjoys automating tasks, inspiring their team to do their best work, and working as a central point of contact when issues occur.
Description
As a build and release team manager, your responsibilities include:
Minimum Qualifications
- Prior team leadership experience either in a formal management role or in a high-profile project lead role
- Software or hardware release experience, managing complex, cross-functional projects
- Exceptional attention to detail while balancing multiple priorities and projects
- Comfort with the UNIX / macOS shell and ability to automate tasks using a scripting language such as Python, Swift, or Perl
- Concise verbal and written communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Ability to devise and prioritize plans
- Developing with or understanding of Apple's OS technologies
- Prior project management experience
- Developing and releasing a consumer or enterprise product
- Usage of source control systems such as git
- A power user of Slack who looks for ways to optimize workflows and streamline communication
- Ability to work in a highly cross-functional capacity
- Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
- Familiarity with software or hardware engineering, processes, and product life cycles
Pay & Benefits
- 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 $190,700 and $286,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
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