Network Architect Lead, Infrastructure Engineering

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 207,400 - 311,700; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock options

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Medical & dental coverage

Relocation assistance

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Network Architect Lead in Cupertino to design and guide large-scale data center networks and WiFi deployments across Apple’s infrastructure. You will own architecture, strategy, and cross-functional delivery with engineering, security, and operations teams.

The role requires exceptional presentation skills and executive leadership to align technology initiatives with business goals, while driving reliability and security in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in large-scale data center network architecture and WiFi design.
• Degree in a technical field or equivalent experience.
• Deep knowledge of multi-site networking, routing, switching, firewalls, and security frameworks.
• Executive-level presentation skills with cross-functional leadership.
• Experience collaborating across teams to meet complex project timelines.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain the network technology roadmap and strategy.
• Define architecture and deployment for networks supporting Apple’s test device farm.
• Partner with software and hardware teams to deliver scalable, highly available networks.
• Drive technology adoption, vendor engagement, and lifecycle management for networking.
• Participate in PagerDuty rotation, identify root causes, and ensure fixes.
• Communicate network strategy to partners and stakeholders in business terms.

Skills

Data center network architecture

WiFi design

Routing & switching

Security frameworks

Executive-level presentation skills

Cross-functional leadership

Education

BS/BA in technical field

Equivalent experience

Tools

Automation tools

Job description

Network Architect Lead, Infrastructure Engineering

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or customer experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. Our diversity of people and perspectives fuels the innovation at the heart of everything we do. We create our best work. Here, you won’t just join us - you’ll contribute something meaningful.We are looking for a creative and highly motivated Network Architect to join our team. Having depth and breadth of knowledge designing and architecting in a large-scale distributed environment is a strength you'll need. Outstanding problem-solving abilities and a comprehensive understanding of the network security protocols & standards, routing, switching, automation and deep understanding of fundamental network theory will help you succeed.

Description

The Systems and Infrastructure team builds and manages world class services and physical infrastructure for Apple software engineers world wide to build, test, and release Apple's software.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain network technology roadmap and define network strategy
• Define architecture, design, and deployment of networks supporting Apple's test device farm, aligning with business objectives
• Partner with software and hardware teams to deliver scalable, highly available networks for extreme-performance workloads
• Drive technology adoption, vendor engagement, and lifecycle management for networking hardware and software
• Participate in PagerDuty rotation assisting with incidents, help identify root cause, remediation plans, and insure fixes are implemented
• Represent network strategy in business planning and communicate complex concepts to partners and stakeholders

Minimum Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in large-scale data center network architecture and WiFi design
• BS, BA, or BEng degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience
• Deep knowledge of multi-site networking, routing, switching, firewalls, and security frameworks
• Executive-level presentation skills, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to bridge the gap between business and technology
• Experience working cross functionally to resolve complex issues and meet project timelines

Preferred Qualifications

• Automation tools that eliminate routine tasks. Every manual process is an opportunity to code a solution
• Hands-on experience designing secure wired & WiFi networks
• Ability to lead network projects and roadmap for the organization

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 $207,400 and $311,700, 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

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