Job description

As the Apple Maps platform expands across devices, apps, and vehicles, it has become a powerful engine for sustainable monetization and business growth. We are actively defining the commercial future of our ecosystem, while partnering with developers, advertisers, and automakers to unlock new value. By thoughtfully integrating these opportunities across our ecosystem, we are driving strategic growth while keeping the user experience at the center of everything we do. To support these ambitions, Maps must deliver flexible, performant experiences that developers and customers everywhere trust. From intelligent EV routing that integrates deeply with real-time vehicle data, to robust web and app platform capabilities, you will tackle complex technical challenges to meet the needs of our customers and partners. Apple Maps is excited to step up to these challenges and is looking for someone to help build and execute a vision for the future of our platform and ecosystem. You'll work closely with Maps leadership to define strategy and partner with key stakeholders across Apple to bring your collective vision to life. You'll balance the needs of consumers, third-party developers, and global automakers, delivering business value without compromising the user experience. And you'll ensure that every platform feature delivers the reliability, craft, and performance people expect from Apple. This is a hands-on role. You'll set the direction and drive execution. You'll think years ahead while shipping experiences today. And you'll ensure that our platform and partner ecosystem are a cornerstone of what makes Apple Maps exceptional. 10+ years of product management experience with a proven track record of shipping scaled software products, and developer platforms or partner-integrated solutions. Demonstrated ability to define product vision and translate complex technical requirements into successful roadmaps and shipped experiences. Proven track record partnering with external enterprise partners, automakers/OEMs, or developer communities to deliver integrated software experiences. Excellent written and verbal communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to present to large groups and executives. Experience leveraging modern AI and LLM tools to optimize product workflows, accelerate execution, and scale team impact. Ability to successfully organize, prioritize, and drive multiple complex initiatives with cross-functional teams under strict schedules. Demonstrated success establishing collaborative, high-value relationships between business development, engineering, PR, and external partners Experience building developer-facing platforms, APIs, SDKs, or geospatial services. Background in the automotive software space, connected vehicle platforms, in-dash navigation, or EV routing and charging systems. Proven experience supporting major partner launches, including press releases, outbound messaging, and participating in press briefings and media engagement. Experience working on privacy-first platform architecture and secure system integrations. Knowledge and experience working with international partners and navigating global market dynamics.

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Must-haves

10+ years of product management experience with a proven track record of shipping scaled software products, and developer platforms or partner-integrated solutions.
Demonstrated ability to define product vision and translate complex technical requirements into successful roadmaps and shipped experiences.
Proven track record partnering with external enterprise partners, automakers/OEMs, or developer communities to deliver integrated software experiences.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, and ability to present to large groups and executives.
Experience leveraging modern AI and LLM tools to optimize product workflows, accelerate execution, and scale team impact.
Ability to successfully organize, prioritize, and drive multiple complex initiatives with cross-functional teams under strict schedules.
Demonstrated success establishing collaborative, high-value relationships between business development, engineering, PR, and external partners
Experience building developer-facing platforms, APIs, SDKs, or geospatial services.
Background in the automotive software space, connected vehicle platforms, in-dash navigation, or EV routing and charging systems.
Proven experience supporting major partner launches, including press releases, outbound messaging, and participating in press briefings and media engagement.
Experience working on privacy-first platform architecture and secure system integrations.
Knowledge and experience working with international partners and navigating global market dynamics.

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