Requirements

Proven track record leading software development teams, with experience delivering infrastructure platforms
Significant experience shipping production-quality software in complex, distributed environments
Strong proficiency in at least one of: Python, Golang, or Java with experience building robust, maintainable systems
Ability to dive deep into technical challenges while maintaining a clear view of business and product goals
Ability to lead in cross-functional settings, influence without authority, and align diverse stakeholders toward a common goal

Nice to Haves

Experience with large-scale server provisioning and maintenance (OpenStack Ironic, Metal3, MAAS, xCat, Netbox, Tinkerbell)
Familiarity with infrastructure automation, bare-metal orchestration, and data center systems
BSc or MSc in Computer Science, or equivalent
Significant software development experience, ideally in large-scale infrastructure environments

Lead and develop a high-performing software development team responsible for building the platform that manages change lifecycle across Apple’s global platform
Lead technical projects by example - bearing direct responsibility for delivering core product features, contributing code while spreading architectural understanding and uplifting development culture across the team
Define and execute a technical strategy to streamline change introduction, improve automation, and enhance operational efficiency
Drive initiatives to enhance system reliability, and observability, ensuring the platform operates efficiently at scale
Mentor and grow engineering talent, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration
Communicate progress, challenges, and strategic insights to senior leadership
Maintain a high bar for quality and delivery, while enabling focus and meaningful progress on high-value work

Ownership of critical infrastructure components
Designing and developing scalable, resilient services with a strong focus on performance and reliability
Work alongside a world-class team on complex, high-impact projects
Opportunities to learn, grow, and make a global impact every day
Direct influence on how Apple’s infrastructure operates at a global scale