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Engineering Manager – Spotlight UI (iOS & macOS)

Spotlight is the gateway to everything — from launching apps to answering questions and performing powerful actions — all instantly, directly from your iPhone, iPad, or Mac. As a core system experience, Spotlight plays a critical role in how users interact with their devices every day! We’re looking for an exceptional Engineering Manager to lead the Spotlight UI team in delivering elegant, high-performance search experiences. You’ll work alongside a world-class group of engineers and designers to push the boundaries of intuitive interaction!

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As Engineering Manager, you’ll guide a team at the heart of some of our most visible and impactful work. Your role will include: - Team Leadership & Growth Hire, mentor, and support a team of talented engineers. Foster individual growth, set clear expectations, and build a culture of ownership and collaboration. - Product Execution & Delivery Partner with designers, product owners, and engineering peers to define and deliver user-facing features that feel magical — all while balancing performance, scalability, and maintainability. - Cross-Functional Partnership Represent Spotlight UI across the organization. Work closely with system software teams, platform architects, and UX designers to integrate seamlessly into the broader ecosystem. - Strategic Thinking & Prioritization Help the team focus on what matters most. Evaluate trade-offs, question assumptions, and guide the team to make thoughtful, data-informed decisions. - System-Level Understanding Quickly ramp up on the broader system architecture. Connect the dots between frameworks, UI layers, and platform capabilities to drive innovation from the inside out.

Minimum Qualifications


Proven experience building and leading software engineering teams. Ability to recruit, grow, and retain top talent. Strong technical foundation and hands-on experience shipping high-quality user features. A strategic thinker who can manage priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent communication and collaboration skills across disciplines and teams. High attention to detail, with a deep understanding of UI and system design trade-offs. A leader who empowers their team and values integrity, curiosity, and quality.

Preferred Qualifications


Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience. Experience with Apple development environments (iOS/macOS) is a strong plus.
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CULTURE VALUES
Inclusive & Diverse
Diversity of Opinions
Work/Life Harmony
Dare to be Different
Reward & Recognition
Empathetic
Take Risks
Growth & Learning
Transparent & Candid
Mission Driven
Passion for Exploration
Feedback Forward
BENEFITS & PERKS
Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Mental Health Resources
Life insurance
Disability Insurance
Health Savings Account (HSA)
Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
Learning & Development
Paid Time-Off
Maternity Leave
Social Gatherings
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DATE POSTED
July 27, 2025
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