Apple · 3 days ago
Sr. Product Manager, Search Intelligence & Algorithms
Cupertino, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$172K/yr - $306K/yr
12+ years expApple is seeking a hardworking, experienced and driven Sr. Product Manager to lead Core Search Intelligence and Algorithm for the App Store. The role involves advancing search experiences through algorithmic innovation and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance user engagement and trust.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Define, deliver, market, and measure search experiences on the App Store by leveraging algorithms and AI/ML technologies across all our platforms — iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS
Have a strong understanding of the search product and user needs, define clear strategy, tactics and evaluation metrics from both objective and subjective perspectives, identify problems through well-founded evaluation methods, and drive optimization
Design search results optimization strategies through data analysis and user analysis, continuously iterate search experience
Guide the team in developing advanced AIML solutions in alignment with Apple values
Collaborate with different cross-functional teams to form policies and practices that uphold privacy, trust, safety, and AI principles to deliver a premium user experience
Partner with Engineering and Program Management teams to build innovative and delightful best-in-class search experiences using latest technologies
Lead competitive analysis, customer research, and product metrics evaluations to define features that drive engagement and usage
Qualification
Required
12+ years of experience in software development, including at least 5+ years in product management and managing complex software projects with multiple collaborators and organizations
3+ years of experience with AI/ML technologies (e.g., language models, search & recommendation systems) and a proven track record of shipping AI/ML based consumer products
Preferred
Deep understanding of large-scale information retrieval systems, including index architecture, query rewriting, ranking pipelines, and blending strategies
Strong analytical skills and ability to identify key opportunities and measure impact to drive improved user experiences
Proven track record of collaborating with machine learning experts to define and assess critical metrics
Experience designing and interpreting online experiments (A/B tests), offline evaluation metrics (e.g., NDCG, recall, MRR), and managing relevance judgment processes
Demonstrate strong expertise in technology, software engineering, and design, effectively communicating complex ideas across the organization and engaging in UX research to identify obstacles, enhance ease of use and improve customer satisfaction
Exceptional interpersonal skills; thrives in highly collaborative projects, effective at building consensus, handles decisions with ease, and has the ability to navigate ambiguity
Extraordinary oral and written communication skills; ability to become fluent in technical concepts and explain to executives and non-technical partners
Excellent storytelling and Keynote presentation skills
Bachelor's degree in computer science or equivalent experience
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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10001+ employees
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