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Engineering Program Manager - SWE Systems
AppleUnited Statesfull_timeVerifiedPosted 16 Apr 2026
About the role
Summary
Why Apple? At Apple, we create amazing, innovative devices by working across Software, Hardware, and Design to build the best experiences possible. At the heart of that intersection between Technology and Liberal Arts, are the Systems Engineering Project Managers who help plan, prioritize, refine, and bring these experiences to life on new products. From exciting new technologies, to the software that powers them, System EPMs are responsible for shepherding a project from start to finish. If this sounds exciting, then let’s talk!The Software Engineering Program Office is looking for an extraordinary Systems Engineering Project Manager with a genuine passion for running programs. SWE System EPMs work alongside engineering and program partners in Hardware, organize and lead Software teams through developing new products from concept to launch. We ensure teams and management are kept well-informed and guide cross-functional engineering teams to meet design and schedule goals. As a Systems EPM, you will get a front row seat to what it takes to ship the best consumer products in the world. You will get to work with passionate, smart, and innovative people on get an opportunity to be highly impactful in this unique role.
Description
In this role, you will be the central hub bringing together different teams from Software, Hardware and Design, all in the name of delivering on groundbreaking new products. You will partner with engineers and managers from our Software Engineering, Hardware Engineering, Silicon and Product Integrity teams to define, schedule, track, and help lead the work for these exciting new products. You will deliver executive communication and presentations to help drive the decision-making process. Clearly and effectively communicate overall program status, while identifying and resolving key bottlenecks and inter-dependencies of complex projects. This job requires outstanding interpersonal skills to work cross functionally with other organizations within Apple. If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you and explore how we can have you be part of our team!Preferred Qualifications
Ability to work in a highly matrixed cross-functional capacityExperience in consumer electronics or silicon
Strong engineering / technical background
Self motivated and hardworking with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities
Ability to understand priorities and clarify direction
Experience demonstrating strong presentation skills
Deeply curious mindset about new ideas
Ability to build relationships and influence others
Minimum Qualifications
3-5+ years experience project managing complex, multi-functional projectsAttention to detail and highly organized
Excellent spoken and written communication with the ability to distill meaningful information to the right audience
BS/MS EE/CS/CE or equivalent experience
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