Overview
- Multiple reports say Srouji told CEO Tim Cook he is seriously considering leaving and has indicated to colleagues he may join another company.
- Apple is discussing larger compensation and expanded authority for Srouji, including a possible CTO-style role, according to Bloomberg.
- Two senior deputies, Zongjian Chen and Sribalan Santhanam, are viewed internally as leading contenders if Apple names a successor.
- Apple declined to comment on Srouji’s status, and no departure or replacement has been announced.
- The development follows a string of leadership changes this year, including recent exits in design, AI, and policy, alongside the hiring of Jennifer Newstead as general counsel.