Apple may be heading toward another significant leadership change. According to a new report, Johny Srouji, the company’s Senior Vice President of Hardware Technologies, is considering leaving the tech giant in the near future.
Srouji reportedly informed CEO Tim Cook that he is thinking about an exit and has also shared with colleagues that he might join another company. However, the report does not reveal which company he is considering.
Why the Rumor Raises Questions
If Srouji leaves Apple, the impact would be significant. He has led the development of Apple Silicon, which powers the company’s most advanced products, from Macs to iPhones. His influence over Apple’s custom chip roadmap has been crucial to the brand’s performance and competitive edge.
Yet parts of the rumor seem unusual. For example, the report suggests Srouji openly discussed his plans with Cook and coworkers, but such discussions usually stay confidential. The lack of broader reporting also adds uncertainty. Moreover, Srouji is 61, an age where many executives remain in their roles until retirement rather than switching companies.
A Wave of High-Profile Departures
The rumor arrives during a period of rapid leadership turnover at Apple. In the past week alone, several major figures have announced upcoming departures:
- John Giannandrea, Apple’s head of Machine Learning and AI Strategy, will retire in spring 2026.
- Alan Dye, a longtime design leader, is leaving for Meta at the end of 2025.
- Lisa Jackson and Kate Adams, two senior executives, are also set to retire in 2026.
These shifts mark one of Apple’s most active periods of executive change in recent years.
What Happens Next
Apple has not confirmed or denied the report, and the company declined to comment. With more than 164,000 employees worldwide, changes at the senior level are not uncommon. Still, a departure from someone as critical as Johny Srouji would mark one of the most impactful shifts in Apple’s hardware strategy in years.
