--- title: Software Engineering Program Manager visionOS at Apple description: Apple is hiring for the Software Engineering Program Manager visionOS role in Sunnyvale, CA. Full-time role. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/software-engineering-program-manager-visionos-at-apple-01a1d7fe-812f-79e5-8cff-688cec438b52 date: 2026-11-14T03:15:37Z og_description: Join Apple as Software Engineering Program Manager visionOS in Sunnyvale, CA. Pays $144.6K–$263.8K per year. Full-time role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/5o91yi.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | [Apple](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/apple?utm_source=ai_markdown) | | **Location** | Sunnyvale, CA | | **Salary** | $144.6K/yr - $263.8K/yr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 13, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Apple sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 7,476 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Apple. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $168,000 – $205,000 a year (median $190,000). ## Description ## Summary Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something." ## Description The visionOS Software Engineering Program is looking for people with a passion for detail and track record of shipping complex projects. This is a hands on role where you are embedded in engineering teams, helping them execute effectively to deliver quality features on time, and driving projects through the SW development lifecycle from conception through shipping. Ability to balance multiple project and team contexts, while understanding how your areas fit into the larger program and product context are essential. You should demonstrate high integrity, curiosity, proactivity, tenacity, and feel comfortable in a dynamic and sometimes ambiguous environment. Skills for collaborating, communicating up, digging into the details, prioritizing and rock tumbling to influence partners and stakeholders are key. If you relish challenge and are excited by working with a great team on amazing new technology, then we want to hear from you - please apply! ## Responsibilities - Project Leadership: Partner with engineering management to facilitate all aspects of projects: Define, schedule, prioritize, track, proactively manage and communicate status of multiple projects at large - Representation: Represent your team, its technology, and project status in project and executive meetings - Risk Management: Lead cross-organizational project teams to understand technical critical paths, to identify and mitigate risks - Continuous Improvement: Continuously look for opportunities to improve how your team’s projects are run and executed - Roadblock Removal: Proactively look ahead and keep the path clear for your teams - Best Practices: Advise and encourage engineering and project management best practices to deliver quality features per plan - Multitasking: Prioritize tasks across multiple product releases and efforts simultaneously - Drive to Shipping: Coordinate between QA and engineering to characterize quality issues, drive resolution, and ultimately ship quality features ## Minimum Qualifications - 3+ years of related experience with a BS/MS, Computer Science / Engineering or relevant industry experience - Experience driving and delivering multiple software project features which involve integration with different teams - Experience identifying and resolving project conflicts and inter-dependencies - Demonstrated experience in data-driven decision making based on technical costs/benefits and tradeoffs - Experience communicating complex technical, logical, and process issues across varied audiences, including high-level management - Experience developing and maintaining relationships across and between organizations - Proven record of applying strong organizational skills to project workflows ## Preferred Qualifications - Ability to create and execute plans in ambiguous settings - Curious, self-motivated and proactive with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities - Flexibility to dive into new areas quickly - Possess an analytical mindset and deep attention to detail, especially in predicting and mitigating potential future challenges - Strong collaborator, able to understand others perspectives, look for common ground, and drive consensus - Comfortable holding teams accountable to commitments, as well as managing prioritization and escalations in ways that enhance relationships vs detracting from them ## Pay & Benefits 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 $144,600 and $263,800, 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](https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. ## EEO Statement 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](https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) ## Accessibility 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](https://www.apple.com/careers/us/accessibility.html) [Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants](https://www.apple.com/careers/us/accommodation.html) ## Application Deadline Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis. ## Skills - Escalation Management - Data-Driven Decision-Making - Project Management - Balance Sheet - Influencing - Self-Motivation - Analytical Thinking - Critical Thinking - Risk Management - Prioritization - Continuous Improvement Process - Software Development Life Cycle - Multitasking - Embedded Systems - Attention to Detail - Leadership - Computer Science - Organizational Skills - Driving - Proactivity - Consensus Algorithms - Communication - Flexibility - Excavation - Engineering Management ## Benefits - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Employee Stock Options (ESOs) ## Related - [More jobs at Apple](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/apple?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Technology & Software jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [IT Manager jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/it-managers?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Technical Program Manager jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/technology-and-software/it-managers/technical-program-manager?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Explore this job market - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260844 jobs - [Electronics Manufacturing](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/manufacturing/electronics-manufacturing?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 23908 jobs - [Sunnyvale, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/sunnyvale?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 5863 jobs - [Apple](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/apple?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 4762 jobs ## Related pages - [California](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 260844 jobs - [Electronics Manufacturing](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/manufacturing/electronics-manufacturing?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 23908 jobs - [Sunnyvale, CA](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/california/sunnyvale?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 5863 jobs - [Apple](https://www.foundrole.com/companies/apple?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 4762 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)