Engineering Project Manager, Build & Release

Cupertino,California,United States

Software and Services

The Apps team is looking for an amazing Build and Release Engineering Project Manager to drive application builds and releases across Apple platforms. We are looking for someone who is excited about building great apps in a constantly evolving environment, thrives on taming sophisticated development pipelines, and appreciates the importance of accuracy and on-time delivery.

Description

The Build and Release EPM works closely with Engineering, QA, Build, Integration and App Store teams to define and drive the build and release processes for Apple apps. Here, you will: Define and enforce scalable policies and procedures to ensure successful builds and releases. Manage build configuration requirements throughout the software development lifecycle. Manage risk in the release endgame leading up to customer launch. Work with Engineering teams to track software changes from PR to a successful build. Work with QA to ensure proper testing and sign-off happens on software changes. Work with multi-functional teams to resolve build and release issues while communicating timeline and resolution with app teams. Provide regular reports on submissions and releases. Effectively communicate program status to leadership and multi-functional teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years prior experience managing a build and release process, either as an Engineering Project Manager or Build and Release Manager.

• Bachelor’s degree in related fields like Computer Science, Engineering, Business Management, or an equivalent level of additional industry experience.

• Thorough understanding of branching, configuration management, testing, build and release processes for complex software.

• Technical understanding of development tools, source control, and continuous integration build systems, e.g. Xcode, GitHub, Jenkins.

• Strong analytical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills.

• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience.

• Proven ability to work effectively with multiple partners across a highly-matrixed, multi-functional organization.

• Proven track record of defining processes and completing them.

• Ability to independently manage complex project objectives.

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience shipping software for Apple platforms.

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 $136,300 and $248,700, 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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)

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