OS Build Engineering Project Manager

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$112,278 - $168,522
DevOps
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
5+ years of experience
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Description For OS Build Engineering Project Manager

Apple is seeking an OS Build Engineering Project Manager to join their Software and Services team. This role involves coordinating cross-functional teams and deliverables for shipping OS software, including macOS, iOS, tvOS, watchOS, and visionOS. The ideal candidate will have strong OS fundamentals, excellent communication skills, and a passion for software automation and release engineering.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Coordinating daily build deliverables and triaging issues
  • Managing beta software releases for various Apple devices
  • Converging on developer seeds and customer shipping software
  • Identifying, escalating, and communicating key issues
  • Developing strategies to improve the build release process
  • Driving resolutions on build issues with engineering teams
  • Managing risk during the release endgame
  • Releasing software to seed users and customers

The role requires project management skills and the ability to work cross-functionally with other organizations. It's an excellent opportunity for a project manager interested in technology or a release engineer who is highly organized and wants to drive iOS software delivery.

Qualifications:

  • BS/MS in EE/CS/CE or equivalent experience
  • Proven track record of defining and executing processes
  • Ability to work one weekend day per week
  • Build and Release Engineering/Release Management experience (preferred)
  • Project management experience in software development lifecycle (preferred)
  • Unix programming/scripting experience (preferred)
  • Self-motivated with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities

Apple offers a competitive compensation package, including base pay ranging from $53.98 to $81.02/hr, stock options, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional development. They are committed to inclusion and diversity, providing equal opportunities for all applicants.

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Responsibilities For OS Build Engineering Project Manager

  • Coordinate cross functional teams and deliverables for shipping OS software
  • Provide daily prioritized information to the build and integration team
  • Work with engineering teams to prioritize daily build deliverables
  • Manage side builds to help isolate and resolve critical software issues
  • Deliver beta software for Mac, iPhone, iPad, HomePod, Apple TV, Apple Watch and Apple Vision Pro
  • Converge on developer seeds and customer shipping software
  • Identify, escalate, and communicate key issues
  • Develop strategies for improving build release process
  • Drive resolutions on build issues with engineering teams
  • Manage risk in the release endgame leading up to customer launch
  • Release software to seed users and customers

Requirements For OS Build Engineering Project Manager

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  • BS/MS EE/CS/CE or equivalent experience
  • Proven track record of defining processes and executing on them
  • Must be ok working one Saturday or Sunday per week
  • Build and Release Engineering/Release Management experience (preferred)
  • Project management experience in software development life cycle (preferred)
  • Unix programming/scripting experience (preferred)
  • Self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities

Benefits For OS Build Engineering Project Manager

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401k
Equity
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Discounted products and free services
  • Tuition reimbursement for job-related education
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Potential for discretionary bonuses or commission payments
  • Relocation assistance (if eligible)

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