AIML - Program Manager, Data and Machine Learning Innovation
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. As part of Apple's AI and Machine Learning org, we encourage and create groundbreaking technology for large-scale ML systems, computer vision, natural language processing, and multi-modal understanding. The Data and Machine Learning Innovation (DMLI) team is looking for a passionate program manager to bring efficiency, process, and standardization to the organization.
We are looking for a dynamic, highly motivated individual to join the AI/ML APAC Chief of Staff team. We are seeking an expert project manager to manage complex cross-functional initiatives supporting AI/ML APAC team. You will define, build and execute multi-tiered programs that increase efficiencies, improve processes, and drive engagement. You are someone who is flexible and can respond quickly, energetically, and enthusiastically to changes. The environment is fast paced, requiring the ability to work autonomously lead aggressive delivery schedules. You should have strong problem solving and negotiation skills as well as a passion for improving on process and tools. The right mix of technical, organizational, and communication skills is the key to success. Attention to detail and a shown ability to prioritize are critical.
You will work with a globally dispersed cross-functional team to identify resources, effectively and clearly communicate project statuses, handle project risk, as well as conduct post project reviews. You will be responsible for running the end-to-end programs across AI/ML APAC business initiatives and priorities.
- Ensure smooth operations across AIML APAC teams
- Ability to effectively lead and clearly communicate overall project timelines, deliverables, and resourcing needs to cross-functional teams
- Lead projects to eliminate time-sensitive bottlenecks and efficiently meet deadlines
- Manage day-to-day critical issues and troubleshoot of challenges
- Work closely with the cross-functional teams to identify more efficient workflows for ongoing projects and programs
- 3+ years of work experience in technology industry
- Excellent project management skills including project structuring and managing multiple work streams cross functionally
- Demonstrates excellent attention to detail and enjoys both detailed, hands-on work and high-level critical thinking
- Knows how to clarify where there is ambiguity by developing plans, establishing priorities, and anticipating risks
- 5+ years of work experience in the technology industry
- Experience navigating large, dynamic and complex organizations
- Ability to filter and distill relevant information for the right audience
- Solid ability to positively influence people across all functional areas of an organization.
- Experience dealing with ambiguity and be able to navigate to influence change with organization agility
- Builds bridges and cultivate relationships; comfortable being a key point of contact and subject matter authority
- Thrives in a fast-paced, ambiguous environment operating at both strategic and tactical levels
- Apple is an Equal Opportunity Employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We also take affirmative action to offer employment and advancement opportunities to all applicants, including minorities, women, protected veterans, and individuals with disabilities. Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants.