Apple’s Chip Chief Johny Srouji Reportedly Weighs Departure Amid Leadership Shakeup
Apple Inc. is reportedly facing another potential high-profile departure, as Johny Srouji, the Senior Vice President of Hardware Technologies, is said to be seriously considering leaving the company. Srouji, who has been instrumental in developing Apple’s custom silicon, including the A-series and M-series chips, has informed CEO Tim Cook of his contemplation to pursue opportunities elsewhere rather than retire. ([9to5mac.com](https://9to5mac.com/2025/12/06/apple-chip-lead-johny-srouji-considering-leaving-company-report/?utm_source=openai))
This news comes amid a series of significant executive exits at Apple. Recently, Chief Operating Officer Jeff Williams retired, AI chief John Giannandrea departed, and design lead Alan Dye left for Meta. Additionally, Vice President for Environment, Policy, and Social Initiatives Lisa Jackson and General Counsel Kate Adams have announced plans to retire in 2026. ([fortune.com](https://fortune.com/2025/12/06/apple-executive-departures-chip-chief-johny-srouji-tim-cook-ai//?utm_source=openai))
Srouji’s potential departure is particularly noteworthy due to his pivotal role in Apple’s transition from Intel processors to in-house silicon, a move that has significantly enhanced the performance and efficiency of Apple’s devices. Under his leadership, Apple has also developed its own cellular modem and Wi-Fi/Bluetooth chips, further reducing reliance on third-party suppliers. ([9to5mac.com](https://9to5mac.com/2025/12/06/apple-chip-lead-johny-srouji-considering-leaving-company-report/?utm_source=openai))
To retain Srouji, Apple has reportedly offered substantial compensation packages and is considering expanding his responsibilities. Discussions have included the possibility of promoting him to Chief Technology Officer, which would position him as one of the most powerful executives within the company. However, some reports suggest that Srouji may prefer not to work under a different CEO, indicating that his decision could be influenced by the company’s future leadership structure. ([fortune.com](https://fortune.com/2025/12/06/apple-executive-departures-chip-chief-johny-srouji-tim-cook-ai//?utm_source=openai))
The potential loss of Srouji could have significant implications for Apple’s hardware development, particularly in the realm of artificial intelligence (AI). Custom silicon is central to AI performance and on-device machine learning capabilities. His departure could create opportunities for competitors to recruit top chip design talent, potentially accelerating innovation in AI hardware across the industry. ([blockchain.news](https://blockchain.news/ainews/apple-chip-chief-johny-srouji-may-leave-ai-industry-impact-and-business-opportunities?utm_source=openai))
Apple’s leadership is reportedly undergoing a significant transition, with CEO Tim Cook beginning to shape the next generation of leaders. John Ternus, the current Senior Vice President of Hardware Engineering, is being considered as a potential successor to Cook. This broader reshuffling aims to prepare the company for future challenges and opportunities in the tech industry. ([macrumors.com](https://www.macrumors.com/2025/10/06/apple-leadership-shakeup-impending/?utm_source=openai))
As of now, Apple has not officially confirmed Srouji’s potential departure. The company continues to navigate this period of executive turnover, striving to maintain its position as a leader in innovation and technology.
