Display and Cartography Tools Manager

Apple • Cupertino, CA

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About The Position

The Maps Organization is looking for a Senior Manager to lead a team of
passionate and diverse software engineers in developing and evolving rendering
tools which empower cartographers, designers, production teams, and marketing
stakeholders. This role sits at the exciting intersection of cutting-edge
graphics technology and creative expression—where advanced rendering
capabilities meet the hands of cartographers and designers to enable the
creation of exceptional visual experiences across Maps and other Apple
ecosystems.

In this technical managerial role, you'll act as the critical bridge between
innovation and application, leading a team which transforms powerful rendering
engine features into intuitive, accessible tools which unlock new creative
possibilities. Your work will directly impact how millions of users experience
maps. You will leverage your management and technical skills to shape the future
of creative workflows while pushing the boundaries of what's possible with
real-time rendering technology.

Requirements

• 7+ years of experience in graphics/rendering tools development
• 3+ years managing technical teams of 3-7 engineers
• Deep understanding of rendering pipelines and real-time graphics
• Proven track record of shipping production tools for creative workflows
• Strong technical background in C++, Python, or similar languages
• Excellent communication skills with both technical and creative audiences
• Demonstrated ability to balance technical excellence with user needs

Nice To Haves

• Experience with game engines (e.g. Unity, Unreal etc.), DCC tools, or map rendering systems
• Background in cartography, geospatial visualization, or related fields
• Familiarity with modern rendering techniques (PBR, ray tracing, etc.)
• Experience prototyping with rendering APIs (Metal, Vulkan, DirectX)
• Track record of building high-performing engineering teams

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: No Education Listed