Engineering Manager

Seattle, Washington, United States Software and Services Apple Data Platform is looking for an Engineering Manager to lead and develop a team of software engineers building distributed data fabric infrastructure at Apple-scale. This is a highly technical role supporting systems that are critical to Apple's AI/ML workloads, managing data placement, replication, and lifecycle across multi-cloud and multi-datacenter environments. Description We build and operate a distributed, multi-tiered data fabric written in Rust, powering Apple's AI/ML infrastructure at scale. The team is small and fast-paced, operating with high autonomy, and focusing on building simple, maintainable solutions to hard infrastructure problems. We are an international team with members in Cupertino, CA and London, UK. Responsibilities Manage, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers — investing in their development, setting clear expectations, and providing consistent, honest feedback Participate actively in design reviews, technical trade-off discussions, and code quality standards to maintain a high engineering bar Foster a strong engineering culture that values technical excellence, collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement. Drive delivery accountability — owning execution against commitments Work closely with recruiting to attract and retain top-tier engineering talent and build a diverse, inclusive team. Remove blockers and create conditions for the team to do their best work Manage team health, resolve interpersonal issues, and sustain a collaborative working environment Communicate team progress and needs to leadership and cross-functional stakeholders Support headcount planning and team growth Collaborate with partner teams and cross-functional partners Minimum Qualifications Experience managing or collaborating with distributed international teams 5+ years of experience designing and building distributed systems at scale 5+ years of hands-on experience in systems programming, with proficiency in Rust or equivalent low-level languages (C, C++, etc) Experience with AI/ML infrastructure or data pipeline systemsDeep understanding of distributed systems, object storage, and large-scale data infrastructure B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience. Preferred Qualifications Experience with multi-cloud storage systems (e.g. S3, GCS, Azure Blob) and data-orchestration at scale Familiarity with storage performance characteristics, replication strategies, and fault tolerance in distributed environments Experience managing software engineers, with demonstrated ability to develop individuals and improve team performance Experience hiring and retaining strong engineering talent Comfortable operating with high autonomy and minimal process overhead Experience navigating complex, cross-functional environments and managing expectations across multiple stakeholders and partner teams. Excellent communication skills, with the ability to clearly articulate technical concepts, trade-offs, and impact to diverse audiences, including senior leadership. At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $188,200 and $325,500, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong. 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