Engineering Project Manager, Build and Release

About the role

The Build and Release EPM works closely with Engineering, QA, and Build Engineering teams to define and drive the integration, build, and release processes for Apple apps.

Responsibilities

• Define and enforce policies and processes to ensure successful builds and releases.
• Manage build configuration requirements throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Work with Engineering teams to track PRs from merge to successful build.
• Work with QA to ensure proper testing and sign-off.
• Work with Build, Integration, App Store teams to resolve issues ASAP while communicating the resolution times with app teams.
• Manage risk in the release endgame leading up to customer launch.
• Provide regular reports on submissions and releases.
• Effectively communicate program status to leadership and cross-functional teams.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related subject area.
• Experience shipping software for Apple platforms.
• 3+ years of experience facilitating projects for build and release management.
• Prior experience working closely with Engineering, QA, and Build Engineering teams to define and drive the integration, build, and release processes.
• Thorough understanding of branching, configuration management, testing, build, and release processes for complex software.
• Technical understanding of development tools, source control, and continuous integration build systems, e.g. Xcode, GitHub, Jenkins.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Technology, or a related subject area, or we may consider an equivalent industry experience.
• Strong analytical thinking, analysis, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to communicate abstract ideas clearly and independently manage complex project objectives.
• Past experience working effectively with multiple partners across a highly-matrixed, cross-functional organization.
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience.
• Pay & Benefits
• Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Additional Information

The Apps team is looking for an amazing Build and Release Engineering Project Manager to drive integration, build, and release activities for the Apple apps you know and love. We are looking for someone who is excited about building great apps in an ever-changing environment, thrives on taming complex software delivery pipelines, and appreciates the importance of on-time delivery.

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