Job Details

Program Manager, Employee Development Programs - Wallet & Payments Engineering

Cupertino, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Apr 23, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200601055

The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they create the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries! The diversity of those people and their ideas inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it!

The WPC Engineering Operations team is responsible for ensuring the organization operates and executes effectively. We take on some of the most complex organizational, business, and technological challenges, partnering with senior leadership to develop and implement strategies that drive meaningful change.

We are seeking a strategic and results-driven Program Manager to oversee the end-to-end operations of a global Engineering Rotation Program within our Employee Development team. You will design and implement rotational experiences that align with engineering priorities and long-term hiring strategies while providing participants with exposure to diverse teams, skills, and technologies.

Description

Success in this role requires a strategic mindset, strong program management skills, and the ability to navigate complex, cross-functional environments. You should be comfortable driving initiatives independently, communicating across all levels of the organization, and leveraging data to inform decision-making and optimize outcomes.

You will help lead efforts spanning recruitment, onboarding, participant mentorship, and manager engagement to ensure a seamless and high-impact experience that supports early-career engineers in building strong technical foundations at Apple.

• Partner closely with engineering leaders and business stakeholders to align rotation placements with organizational needs and participant skill development

• Collaborate with a diverse range of stakeholders to gather business requirements and define objectives, ensuring alignment from planning to execution

• Develop compelling, logically structured, and visually impressive presentations that will be shared at all levels of the organization

• Manage end-to-end rollout of new processes within the program using clear change management & communication plans

• Deliver program metrics for leadership through the creation of ad hoc reports or dashboards, and surface insights that can help to refine our processes or strategy

• Plan and execute high-impact training sessions, networking events, and programmatic initiatives to enhance the participant experience

• Manage hiring process in partnership with recruiting to attract top engineering talent

• Drive process improvements and implement best practices to scale the program effectively

• Coach and mentor early-career talent, fostering professional growth and engagement through structured development programs

Minimum Qualifications

• 7+ years in program management, project management, university recruiting, or HR/Operations

• Proven ability to manage large-scale development programs within a global organization

• Can turn incomplete, conflicting, or ambiguous inputs into clear impactful plans

• Excellent communicator - can influence a wide range of partners, facilitate training to large groups, and is comfortable presenting to senior leaders

• Exceptional stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional teams and develop compelling, data-driven presentations

• Experience using data and insights to refine program strategy and improve outcomes

• Passion for coaching and mentoring early-career talent, creating a supportive environment that drives learning and career progression

• Experience with hiring forecasts, headcount planning, and funding processes

Preferred Qualifications

• Solutions oriented with a curious & analytical mentality

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 $133,900 and $201,300, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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