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Sr. Engineering Program Manager, Human Centered AI (HAI), Apple Services Engineering

Apple· Software and Services
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Seattle, WA$196.9k - $296kFull-timePosted 3d ago

About the role

Senior Engineering Program Manager within Apple's Human-Centered AI (HAI) team to drive strategic initiatives across AI research, engineering, evaluation, and Responsible AI. Lead with technical insights, shape roadmaps, influence priorities, and advance scalable AI evaluation approaches while mentoring PM practices and applying Generative AI to improve efficiency.

Responsibilities

  • Strategic Leadership: Partner with engineering, research, and senior leadership to shape technical roadmaps, influence investment decisions, and drive organizational priorities.
  • AI Evaluation and Responsible AI: Advance evaluation strategies for LLMs and agentic AI systems, including LLM-as-a-Judge, automated evaluation, human evaluation, model reliability, and AI safety.
  • Cross-Functional Leadership: Lead complex initiatives across AI research, engineering, infrastructure, and safety. Build trusted relationships, navigate competing priorities, and influence decisions without direct authority.
  • Program Strategy and Execution: Drive large-scale AI/ML initiatives, establish measurable outcomes, identify risks and dependencies, and ensure alignment with organizational objectives.
  • EPM Excellence and Innovation: Mentor EPMs, establish scalable program management practices, and leverage Generative AI and automation to improve organizational efficiency.
  • Executive Communication: Translate complex technical challenges into clear recommendations, communicate strategic tradeoffs, and drive informed decision-making with senior leadership.

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of experience in engineering or technical program management, leading complex cross-functional initiatives.
  • Strong technical understanding of AI/ML systems, including generative AI and large language models.
  • Experience with AI evaluation methodologies, including LLM-as-a-Judge, automated evaluation, and human evaluation.
  • Understanding of Responsible AI principles, including safety, reliability, and risk assessment.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence technical strategy, navigate ambiguity, and drive alignment across engineering and research organizations.
  • Excellent communication, analytical, and problem-solving skills, including experience engaging senior leadership.
  • BS in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.

Skills

Required:Strategic PlanningAI EvaluationResponsible AI

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Discounted products and free services
  • Education reimbursement (tuition)
  • Discretionary bonuses or commission potential and relocation eligibility
  • Stock programs including RSUs and Employee Stock Purchase Plan
Last updated Oct 23, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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