Apple is seeking an Engineering leader to lead and grow engineering and research initiatives to help build Apple Cloud Compute, with a specific focus on Kubernetes-backed compute offerings. The role involves overseeing all aspects of cloud compute services, including infrastructure, software, and operations, with an emphasis on optimizing Virtual Machines, Kubernetes, Containers, and Batch Workloads.
Requirements
- Deep experience working on Containers and Kubernetes internals required
- Experience working across one or more platforms focused on Virtualization or Batch technologies, preferred
- Experience with cloud platforms like AWS (EC2, ECS, EKS, AWS Batch), Azure (Virtual Machines, AKS, and Azure Batch), or Google Cloud (GCE, GKE and Cloud Batch) is highly desirable.
- Familiarity with all aspects of software development from architecture to deployment and maintenance
- Understanding of cloud computing architectures, systems design and performance optimization.
- Strong understanding of concurrency, parallelism, and distributed systems concepts
- Fluency in Go (Golang), Python, Swift, Java or similar languages in a systems context
Responsibilities
- Develop and implement strategic plans to enhance our cloud compute capabilities, aligning them with Apple’s overall business strategy and applying your expertise in Virtualization, Containers, and Batch technologies.
- Provide technical expertise and guidance on cloud computing architectures, systems design and performance optimization.
- Ensure the reliability, scalability, and security of these platforms.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including SRE, product management, program management and customer support, to deliver exceptional customer experiences and deliver optimized solutions.
- Manage complex projects, including major initiatives and product launches, ensuring timely delivery within budget constraints.
- Stay up-to-date with industry trends, technologies, and best practices in cloud computing.
- Protect our intellectual property and ensure compliance with data protection regulations.
Other
- 10+ years of overall industry experience with 5+ years building & leading high-performing research & engineering teams with a focus on on cloud computing
- Lead, mentor, and develop a successful team of engineers, architects, and specialists.
- Foster a collaborative and innovative culture within your organization.
- Excellent written and oral communication skills
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent
