Manager, Engineering Program Management - Strategic Data Solutions

Role Number: 200681224Team: Corporate FunctionsLocation: AustinWeekly Hours: 40Posted: 2026-09-04SummarySDS Compliance team is hiring an EPM MGR for a high-visibility, cross-functional role which works with SDS, Corporate Compliance, Legal, and Engineering team partners. The SDS Compliance EPM MGR will support the Program team in developing and driving integrations, process improvements, platform work, and analytic solutions. The EPM MGR will lead a team of Engineering Project/Program Managers, Qualitative Business Analysts, and Data Scientists to deliver Apple’s compliance engineering strategy and program.DescriptionThe SDS Compliance EPM MGR will lead a Program Team in support of SDS Compliance strategy and deliverables. They will work closely with Quantitative Business Analysts, Data Scientists, Machine Learning Engineers, Software Engineers, Compliance Investigators and Engineering Project Managers to drive new integrations, analytic solutions, and process improvements. The MGR will develop partnerships with key business leaders across a variety of teams at Apple, to include finance, corporate compliance, corporate legal, operations, engineering, and corporate security. The MGR will work with the Program Lead to identify new business opportunities and develop solutions which balance impact, cost, resourcing, timeline, strategy, and risk.As SDS Compliance expands into a new vertical through 2028, the EPM MGR will effectively communicate project status, roadblocks, executive updates, and analytic results. The EPM MGR will shift rapidly between communication styles and ongoing projects, leading and empowering the team to work independently and using good judgement on when to update and seek guidance from team members, partners, and leadership.The EPM MGR will be responsible for addressing roadblocks, aligning partners with competing priorities, and motivating the team, particularly during uncertain or changing legal and regulatory environments.Engineering Program Managers on our Strategic Data Solutions (SDS) team deliver. They drive decision automation using machine learning that allows Apple to execute w/ greater speed, control, efficiency, and scale. They help realize business opportunity and balance operational trade-offs. They are also expected to lead across multiple functional teams to conceptualize, build, and deliver these automated and forensic decisions which requires continuous problem solving, rapid learning, and an innovative mindset. It also requires a high level of discipline, patience, and self-awareness as you work with many different business and engineering teams.Minimum QualificationsBS/MS or equivalent experience in a relevant field — engineering, math, computer sciencePrior people leadership experience5 years of experience in technical program management or project managementDemonstrated ability to build collaborative relationships and navigate evolving regulation to produce clear, actionable guidanceProven ability to build and sustain partnerships across engineering, legal, and policy stakeholders — influencing outcomes without direct authorityExcellent written and verbal communication skills; able to adapt to audiences ranging from technical engineers to senior leadershipTrack record of leading multiple concurrent programs with competing priorities and delivering reliablyCommitment to grow and develop direct reports while advancing SDS Compliance goalsPreferred QualificationsExperience in governance, financial regulatory compliance, or a related fieldBackground in governance, risk management, or financial services engineering environmentsExperience briefing senior leadership and demonstrated ability to gain alignmentSelf-motivated and energized by the opportunity to lead at AppleEEO StatementApple 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 applicantAccessibilityAt 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 workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsApplication DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.