Job Details

Games Monetization Manager, App Store

Cupertino, California, United States

Marketing

Summary

Posted: Apr 28, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200599195

The App Store is the world's safest and most vibrant app marketplace, serving more than 700 million people each week. Since the App Store launched in 2008, it has helped creators, dreamers, and learners of all ages and backgrounds connect with the tools and information they need to build a brighter future and a better world. It has enabled countless new companies, spawned new industries, and created millions of jobs. A significant driver of the global economy, the App Store facilitates over a $1 trillion in developer billings and sales annually, rewarding developers and entrepreneurs for their hard work and creativity. And we believe we’re just getting started!

We’re looking for a Games Monetization Manager to join the Global App Store Monetization team and help shape the future of gaming at Apple—advocating for product improvements and delivering insights that empower developers to thrive on the App Store. We’re seeking someone passionate about gaming and with deep industry knowledge. You’ll leverage feedback from our developer community and market insights to enhance the developer experience and unlock new growth opportunities. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in in-game monetization and economy design for free-to-play games, along with a collaborative mindset and a drive to make an impact.

Description

Deliver actionable, data-backed best practices to help game developers grow and succeed on the App Store.

Advocate for product and policy enhancements by synthethizing developer feedback, market research, and internal analysis into clear recommendations.

Partner cross-functionally to shape and prioritize the App Store product roadmap on behalf of game developers.

Lead competitive analysis and market research to uncover and act on new business opportunities by translating these insights into compelling proposals.

Design and execute developer engagement strategies to drive platform adoption and feature utilization.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6 + years of proven experience in product, growth, monetization, or business management within the mobile gaming space.

• Deep knowledge of game monetization mechanics, particularly in free-to-play games, as well as a broader understanding of the gaming industry.

Preferred Qualifications

• Skilled at distilling complex ideas into clear, compelling presentations across all levels of an organization.

• Proven ability to proactively drive projects forward, demonstrating critical thinking and navigating ambiguity.

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with a talent for building consensus across cross-functional teams.

• Highly analytical, with a strong ability to uncover insights and support recommendations with data.

• Passionate about mobile gaming and the opportunities the App Store creates for both players and developers.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience; JD or MS/MBA a plus.

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 $115,100 and $216,900, 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.

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

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