Software Engineering Manager, Data Solutions & Initiatives

Apple Inc

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Austin, TX
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120 days ago
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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 · Software Engineering Manager, Data Solutions & Initiatives

As a 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 role involves establishing operational objectives, defining engineering policies, managing budgets, and driving technical strategy across multiple concurrent initiatives. You will oversee architecture reviews, champion CI/CD and test automation, and integrate AI-powered tools to enhance developer productivity. The ideal candidate possesses expertise in distributed systems, RESTful APIs, and both relational and NoSQL databases like PostgreSQL. Required skills include proficiency in at least two modern programming languages such as Python, JavaScript, or Go, while solving complex problems related to data pipelines and platform modernization for internal business users.

What does a Software Engineering Manager earn?

Median $223750 from 106 postings across 38 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 systems and AI-driven applications.
  • 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.
  • Track record of leading team adoption of AI-assisted development practices and integrating AI/ML features into production applications.
  • Experience managing team budgets, headcount plans, and resource allocation for both FTE and variable workforce.
  • Proficiency in at least two modern programming languages such as Python, JavaScript/TypeScript, or Go.
  • Deep knowledge of distributed systems, RESTful APIs, service-oriented architectures, and relational or NoSQL databases.
  • Experience delivering high-quality software in agile environments using CI/CD, automated testing, and source code management.

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