Role Overview
Apple is hiring a Software Engineering Program Manager - watchOS. This is a full-time role in Cupertino, California. Part of Apple's Mobile hiring. Full responsibilities, required qualifications, and the apply link are listed in the description below.
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Job Description
Summary
Why Apple? We live in a mobile and device driven world where knowledge of the physical world around us is needed. We rely on this knowledge to get around, to learn about our environment and to enable spectacular new features for custom applications. Apple is meeting those needs as robustly and as creatively as possible and is interested in people who want to help meet that commitment. The success we strive to achieve will be the result of very skilled people working in an environment which cultivates creativity, partnership, and thinking of old problems in new ways. Do you have a passion for creating ground-breaking, impactful features that surprise and delight millions of users? Do you enjoy solving challenging problems in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where you'll work with many different teams across Apple? If so, we are looking for a Software Engineering Project Manager to join our team and help us innovate and take the most advanced operating systems to the next level!
Description
In this role you will partner with software engineers and managers across software engineering teams to define, schedule, and track both team- and multi-functional deliverables.
You will be the central hub bringing together different teams from Software, Hardware, Design, Marketing, and other teams all in the name of delivering groundbreaking technology across our operating systems.
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of experience delivering customer-facing software features or projects from concept through delivery
Strong understanding of and experience in managing complex, multi-functional software projects
Strong technical understanding of operating systems and how the various layers in the software stack fit together
Preferred Qualifications
BS in Computer Science or related field
Excellent spoken and written communication with the ability to tailor communication style to multiple audiences
Proven track record in defining processes and executing on them
Self-motivated and enthusiastic with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities
Has a deeply curious mindset about new ideas
Excellent attention to detail and highly organized
Ability to build relationships and influence others
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.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I apply for the Software Engineering Program Manager - watchOS position at Apple?
Use the Apply button above to submit your application directly to Apple. Most applications take less than 5 minutes if your resume and contact details are ready, and you'll be routed to the employer's official application system to finish.
Where is the Software Engineering Program Manager - watchOS position at Apple located?
This position is based in Cupertino, California. Apple has not indicated remote or hybrid options for this role, so candidates should plan for on-site work.
What does a Software Engineering Program Manager - watchOS at Apple earn?
Apple has not disclosed a salary range in this posting. Many employers share specifics later in the interview process; you can also ask during a recruiter screen if compensation transparency is important to you.
When was the Software Engineering Program Manager - watchOS role at Apple posted?
This role was posted on March 13, 2026 (87 days ago). It's still listed as actively hiring; we re-confirm openings against the source system multiple times per day and remove closed roles.
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