Software Engineering Manager, Data Solutions & Initiatives

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Cupertino, CA
Salary
$228,100–$342,800 / yr
Posted
22 days ago

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Above market

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This role $285k
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This role pays more than 96% of similar roles. Most pay $162,000–$226,600 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $285k versus about $194k 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 638 open roles on FindRole.

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

As a Software Engineering Manager at Apple's Data Solutions & Initiatives (DSI) within the Worldwide Sales organization, you will lead a full-stack engineering team responsible for developing internal platforms and data systems that drive critical business decisions. This senior leadership role involves setting operational objectives, driving technical strategy, and managing headcount and budgets across both full-time employees and variable workforce engagements. You will collaborate with tech leads to oversee functional areas, engage with executive stakeholders, and ensure alignment with long-term platform goals. The ideal candidate has extensive experience in full-stack development, including distributed systems design and AI-assisted practices, proficiency in languages like Python or JavaScript, and a track record of delivering high-quality software in agile environments using CI/CD pipelines. Additionally, familiarity with cloud-native architecture and data engineering is preferred as you will work on large-scale enterprise applications that require robust technical leadership and cross-functional collaboration.

What you'll do

  • Establish and delegate operational objectives and work plans while maintaining accountability.
  • Define and implement engineering policies that may have broader organizational impact.
  • Drive technical strategy and execution across multiple concurrent initiatives.
  • Manage headcount, budget, and resource plans for both FTEs and variable workforce.
  • Conduct architecture and design reviews to set the technical bar for quality and scalability.
  • Regularly engage with senior management to communicate progress and strategic direction.

What we're looking for

  • 8+ years of professional software engineering experience with full-stack expertise
  • 4+ years of successful engineering management leading teams of at least 8 engineers
  • Proven track record of managing budgets, headcount, and resource allocation for both FTEs and contractors
  • Deep knowledge in distributed systems design, RESTful APIs, and service-oriented architectures
  • Strong proficiency in modern programming languages like Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go
  • Experience delivering high-quality software using CI/CD, automated testing, and source code management practices
  • Demonstrated ability to engage senior leadership effectively and navigate complex cross-functional situations

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