Sr. Engineering Program Manager, Traffic, Apple Services Engineering

Role Number: 200686850Team: Software and ServicesLocation: SeattleWeekly Hours: 40Posted: 2026-10-02SummaryThe Apple Services Engineering team is one of the most exciting examples of Apple’s long-held passion for combining art and technology. These are the people who power the App Store, Apple TV, Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and Apple Books. And they do it on a massive scale, meeting Apple’s high expectations with high performance to deliver a huge variety of entertainment in over 35 languages to more than 150 countries. Our Program Managers partner with engineers who build secure, end-to-end solutions. Thanks to Apple’s unique integration of hardware, software, and services, engineers and Program Managers partner to get behind a single unified vision. That vision always includes a deep commitment to strengthening Apple’s privacy policy, one of Apple’s core values. Although services are a bigger part of Apple’s business than ever before, these teams remain small, nimble, and cross-functional, offering greater exposure to the array of opportunities here.DescriptionCloud Infrastructure team, as part of the Apple Services Engineering team, is seeking an extraordinary engineering program manager (EPM) that can help our Traffic team deliver innovative product solutions that will shape the future of large scale infrastructure at Apple.We are building and supporting critical infrastructural systems and frameworks which provide and support services like load balancers, Traffic mesh, proxies for Apple Cloud Infrastructure, which is the platform upon which many iCloud and other backend systems at Apple are built.We're a fast paced organization with ambitious goals, a large user base, and the autonomy to build the future of Compute and Storage infrastructure for all of Apple. Teams across Apple rely on us for infrastructure that help them build services that scale globally, are highly available, and "just work".We listen to different perspectives, help surface innovative ideas, and drive decisions that move us forward. You'll need a strong background in program and project management complemented by your technical abilities.Minimum Qualifications8+ years experience in software development project management in Infrastructure domains preferably Traffic, networking or computeUnderstanding of traffic management at scale at Layer 4 or 7 of the network OSI modelExperience managing projects with Layer-4 or Layer-7 traffic meshes (e.g., Envoy or Istio) and control plane technologyExperience managing Cloud and Infrastructure projects.Agile project experience with evidence and able to demonstrate knowledgeExperience at prioritizing features, and technical road mapsProficiency and experience in delivering large scale infrastructure projectsBA/BS degree in a technical field or equivalent industry experiencePreferred QualificationsExceptional organizational, project management, and technical acumenPrior engineering, infrastructure experience a plusSCRUM background and/or played the role of a Scrum Master is plusSelf-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilitiesStrong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skillsStrong verbal and written communication skills to represent at all levels of the organizationAbility to manage multiple simultaneous end to end infrastructure, technical projects and stakeholder community comprising of various engineering teams and their partnersExperience at end to end project delivery; building roadmaps through to operational sustainabilityStrong facilitation skills (requirements sessions, design meetings, progress and status meetings)Pay & BenefitsAt 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 $166,600 and $296,000, 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 BenefitsNote: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.EEO 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.