Software Engineering Manager, Shared UI / UX - Creativity Apps

Apple

69d • $198,300 - $342,800

About The Position

This position is an opportunity to lead a team responsible for shared UI components for creative tools, working alongside experts throughout the Creativity Apps team. You are a self-motivated individual with excellent interpersonal skills and an ability to collaborate effectively with all levels of the organization. You will work with design, quality assurance, and other cross functional teams to influence everything from user interface to project planning. The ideal candidate will combine technical expertise, people management, and a desire to help shape the product roadmap. In addition to engineering management, you should have experience in iOS / macOS development, have a keen eye for the user experience, and be able to drive product definition from concept all the way to delivery.

Requirements

• 3+ years experience directly leading an engineering team on complex software projects.
• 8+ years proven experience shipping high quality, tested code on iOS and/or macOS.
• Strong understanding of architectural patterns used in programming for Apple platforms.
• Strong proficiency in Swift and at least one UI framework (SwiftUI, UIKit, AppKit).
• Experience taking responsibility and ownership of features and the product roadmap.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to work well with all levels of engineers and managers.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively, collaborate, and build long-term relationships across the organization.
• Experience conducting interviews and applying best hiring practices.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Demonstrated interest in one of Apple's apps for creative pros & enthusiasts (Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, iMovie, GarageBand).
• Experience with modern concurrency in Swift, including async/await and actors.
• Demonstrated commitment to accessibility and localization.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team of engineers building media management and collaboration features for creative tools.
• Collaborate with design, quality assurance, and other cross-functional teams.
• Influence user interface and project planning.
• Drive product definition from concept to delivery.
• Encourage an open and inclusive work environment.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• Discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses, including tuition.
• Eligibility for discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree