Program Manager, SWE Central Operations

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services Apple's Software Engineering (SWE) Central Operations team is seeking a Program Manager to drive operational excellence across resource planning, headcount strategy, budgeting, and business operations. This role partners closely with Engineering leadership, Engineering PMs, Finance, Recruiting, People Business Partners, and tools development teams to deliver data-driven insights, scalable processes, and technology solutions that enable informed business decisions. The ideal candidate combines exceptional analytical skills, strong business acumen, and a passion for operational excellence. You are equally comfortable diving deep into complex data and communicating executive-level insights, leveraging agentic AI tools—to improve planning, automate analytical workflows, and enhance decision‑making across the organization. Description The SWE Central Operations team provides strategic and operational support to the global Software Engineering organization, including fiscal planning, headcount management, budgeting, organizational strategy, executive reporting, and operational excellence. In this role, you will lead programs that improve resource planning, reporting, and business operations by partnering with engineering leaders and cross‑functional teams to develop scalable processes, analytics, and technology solutions. You will leverage data and agentic AI tools to streamline planning, automate analytical workflows, improve reporting quality, and generate actionable insights that support executive decision‑making. Success in this role requires balancing strategic thinking with operational execution, identifying opportunities to improve efficiency, and driving initiatives that enable the organization to scale effectively. Minimum Qualifications Proven experience leading complex cross‑functional programs within large organizations. Strong analytical, problem‑solving, and critical thinking skills with exceptional attention to detail and commitment to data integrity. Proficient in leveraging agentic AI tools for strategic planning and analytical workflows. Experience with resource planning, headcount management, budgeting, forecasting, and operational reporting. Ability to influence stakeholders and build strong partnerships across Engineering, Finance, Recruiting, People Business Partners, Business Operations, and Tooling teams. Strong communication and executive presentation skills, with the ability to translate complex information into clear business insights. Experience partnering with engineering tools teams to define business requirements and deliver reporting or analytics solutions. Proficiency in Excel and Keynote; experience with Workday, Tableau, or similar analytics platforms is a plus. Preferred Qualifications Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience required. 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 $149,200 and $297,200, 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. 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 seek to promote 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. At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace. Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis. #J-18808-Ljbffr Apple Inc.