Engineering Manager - Cloud Compute Software

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$198,300–$342,800 / yr
Posted
69 days ago

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Above market

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This role $271k
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Engineering Manager - Cloud Compute Software

As an Engineering Manager at Apple’s Services Engineering Compute team, you will lead a team of engineers responsible for developing and maintaining distributed compute systems that power Apple’s cloud platforms. Your day-to-day responsibilities include defining strategic roadmaps, leading sprint planning sessions, engaging with partners to clarify technical requirements, mentoring junior engineers, and collaborating with recruiting teams to hire top talent. You must possess extensive experience in building large-scale distributed systems and have a strong background in operating systems and virtualization technologies such as QEMU and NUMA optimizations. This role demands expertise in cloud storage, networking, and the ability to manage complex projects while fostering a culture of continuous improvement within Apple’s high-stakes environment.

What you'll do

  • Define and execute the vision, strategy, and roadmap for Apple’s cloud compute platforms.
  • Lead daily team operations, including sprint planning, prioritization, and retrospectives.
  • Mentor engineers through regular one-on-one meetings, career planning, and performance feedback.
  • Engage with partners and customers to clarify the vision of Apple’s compute needs.
  • Attract top talent by collaborating with recruiting teams for reliability engineering roles.
  • Ensure high quality standards are met in all aspects of cloud platform development.

What we're looking for

  • 10+ years of experience building large-scale distributed systems in cloud platforms.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience with people management responsibilities.
  • Strong expertise in distributed systems and operating systems for stability and performance.
  • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and influence technical decisions across departments.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent field.

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