Engineering Manager, GenAI, AI & Data Platforms

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Seattle, WA
Salary: $195,700–$338,400 / yr
Posted: 140 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Engineering Manager, GenAI, AI & Data Platforms

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Engineering Manager - GenAI, AI & Data Platforms (AiDP) joins the Applied Machine Learning team to lead a group of software engineers building tools and platforms at scale for enterprise generative AI efforts. This role involves managing technical execution and delivery of a platform featuring distributed compute, storage, ingestion, and inference while developing RAG and Agentic platform components. The manager will mentor engineers, collaborate with cross-functional partners like researchers and product teams, and oversee the development of APIs and frameworks for complex multi-step machine learning systems. Required expertise includes deep knowledge of distributed systems such as Flink, Spark, and NoSQL, along with proficiency in Java, C, or C++. The role focuses on solving technical challenges related to LLM inference, deployment, and building scalable infrastructure to streamline the adoption of generative AI technologies across internal platforms.

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Skills

Generative AI Distributed Systems RAG Agentic Workflows LLM Inference Java C C++ Flink Spark NoSQL APIs Machine Learning

What you'll do

Lead and mentor a team of software and machine learning engineers.
Build scalable GenAI platforms with distributed compute, storage, ingestion, and inference.
Develop RAG and Agentic platform components for enterprise use.
Guide the development of APIs and frameworks for complex multi-step ML systems.
Ensure products meet standards for performance, reliability, scalability, privacy, and user experience.
Define goals, expectations, and roadmaps in collaboration with partner and product teams.
Communicate technical details and project roadmaps to engineering partners, product managers, and executives.

What we're looking for

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent.
10+ years of experience working on distributed systems.
6+ years of experience in a management or leadership role.
Deep understanding of GenAI fundamentals, including LLM inference and deployment.
Deep understanding of programming languages such as Java, C, or C++.
Deep understanding of distributed systems like Flink, Spark, and NoSQL.
Experience building RAG and Agentic platform components.
Proven track record of leading teams to deliver complex AI projects from conception to production.