Job Description
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:
- Coordinating with your team and with our partners to release high-quality tools on time
- Understanding and driving our integration and build processes, from bootstrapping to betas to first customer ship
- Automating repetitive tasks, overseeing development projects for your team, and seeing around corners for future tasks that would benefit from automation
- Tracking and prioritizing tasks across multiple product releases and efforts simultaneously
- Driving resolutions on build issues with engineering teams
- Providing daily prioritized information to the build and integration team on upcoming releases
- Communicating effectively at all levels, from informal drop-ins to formal announcements, often being the face of developer tools inside Apple
- Releasing software to developers through the Apple Developer beta program and the App Store
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
Key Qualifications
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
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
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. 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.
As a build and release team manager, your responsibilities include:
- Coordinating with your team and with our partners to release high-quality tools on time
- Understanding and driving our integration and build processes, from bootstrapping to betas to first customer ship
- Automating repetitive tasks, overseeing development projects for your team, and seeing around corners for future tasks that would benefit from automation
- Tracking and prioritizing tasks across multiple product releases and efforts simultaneously
- Driving resolutions on build issues with engineering teams
- Providing daily prioritized information to the build and integration team on upcoming releases
- Communicating effectively at all levels, from informal drop-ins to formal announcements, often being the face of developer tools inside Apple
- Releasing software to developers through the Apple Developer beta program and the App Store
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