Software Engineering Manager, Data Solutions & Initiatives

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$237,600–$356,400 / yr
Posted
120 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

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This role $297k
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This role pays more than 94% of similar roles. Most pay $187,962–$254,750 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $297k versus about $221k for comparable roles.

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About Apple Inc

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

Apple Inc currently has 1984 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $175,000–$277,600 across 1590 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Software Engineering Manager, Data Solutions & Initiatives

As the Software Engineering Manager, Data Solutions & Initiatives, you will lead a high-performing, full-stack engineering team within the Worldwide Sales organization. You will manage a blended workforce of full-time engineers and variable staff to build internal platforms, data systems, and AI-driven applications that power critical business decisions. Your daily responsibilities include establishing operational objectives, defining engineering policies, managing budgets, and conducting architecture reviews for scalable solutions. You will drive technical strategy while collaborating with product, design, and data science stakeholders to translate requirements into robust plans. The role requires expertise in distributed systems, RESTful APIs, and both relational and NoSQL databases like PostgreSQL. Candidates must be proficient in at least two modern programming languages, such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go, while championing CI/CD, automated testing, and the integration of AI-powered tools to enhance developer productivity.

What does a Software Engineering Manager earn in California?

Median $281300 from 35 postings across 13 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Establish operational objectives, work plans, and delivery milestones while maintaining accountability for team outcomes.
  • Define and implement engineering policies, standards, and practices across the organization.
  • Drive end-to-end technical strategy and execution for multiple concurrent data and AI-driven initiatives.
  • Manage headcount, budgets, and resource planning for both full-time and variable workforce members.
  • Conduct architecture and design reviews to ensure high standards for scalability, security, and observability.
  • Communicate progress, risks, and strategic direction to senior management and executive stakeholders.
  • Recruit, mentor, and grow a diverse team of engineers while fostering a culture of ownership.
  • Integrate AI-powered tools and practices to improve developer productivity and platform quality.

What we're looking for

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
  • 12+ years of professional software engineering experience with hands-on expertise across full-stack development.
  • 4+ years of engineering management experience leading teams of 8 or more engineers across multiple workstreams.
  • Track record of leading team adoption of AI-assisted development practices while maintaining engineering rigor.
  • Experience managing team budgets, headcount plans, and resource allocation for both FTE and variable workforce.
  • Deep knowledge of distributed systems design, RESTful APIs, service-oriented architectures, and relational/NoSQL databases.
  • Proficiency in at least two modern programming languages such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go.
  • Proven ability to engage with executive leadership and navigate complex cross-functional situations with diplomacy.

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