Engineering Manager, Systems Software

Company: Apple Inc.
Location: Seattle
Posted on: May 3, 2025

Job Description:

The cloudOS system software team is looking for an upbeat manager to join our team! In this role, you will have the opportunity to help drive the technology and product development for Apple's server hardware and private cloud compute services.DescriptionThis job involves leading activities for our team as well as larger cross-functional efforts. As a manager, you will play a significant part in the development of Apple's server products by engaging in a collaborative, rapidly changing environment to integrate new technologies into our designs. You will contribute at every stage of the Apple product development cycle, from concept to production, driving both individual product features and overall system validation activities. You will work with world-class teams in Cupertino, Seattle, and London who have a real passion for engineering and delivering features that maintain strong privacy and security guarantees to end users. Our team and our partners run the gamut from low-level operating systems through OS services like daemons and frameworks, through data center services, network protocols, and APIs. You will lead a focused team on this spectrum that must be able to deliver high-quality work on tight timelines with close cross-functional collaboration across disciplines. You should be deeply motivated, driven, and feel a personal stake in the products and services we are responsible for. You should have the ability to juggle multiple priorities and handle uncertainty. You must have excellent communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with the engineers on our team as well as partner teams.Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven excellence in system software development, or equivalent experience
• 3+ years leading a development team
• Expertise and proficiency in C, C++, Objective-C, or Swift
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• BS or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
• Experience with designs that are secure and privacy-first
• Self-directed: the ability to drive a project from a simple idea to productionPreferred Qualifications
  • Passion for product ownership and track record of product development
  • Able to coordinate the efforts of multiple teams
  • Experience building operating systems, kernels, drivers, daemons, frameworks
  • Experience with designing, implementing and operating large-scale distributed systems and networking protocols
  • Knowledge: Networking Protocols, Security, Privacy, Cryptography (TLS, cryptographic chain of trust, data encryption at rest, Key Transparency, end-to-end encryption)Compensation and BenefitsAt 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 $181,000 and $313,000, 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 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.
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