Software Engineering Manager in Test

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 198,300 - 342,800; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase program

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking an Engineering Manager to oversee the software development and cloudOS release quality for Private cloud compute. This role involves leading a dedicated team and collaborating across departments to deliver high-quality software with a focus on user privacy and security. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in engineering management and excellent communication skills. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits including medical coverage and retirement plans.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in Engineering management.
• 5+ years of experience leading development or qualification teams.
• Ability to work in a dynamic environment with shifting priorities.

Responsibilities

• Lead team activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
• Drive product development and validation activities.
• Deliver features with robust privacy and security guarantees.

Skills

Engineering management

Team leadership

Communication skills

Python

C/C++/Objective-C/Swift

Education

BS or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering

Job description

Overview

Summary The CloudOS Engineering team is seeking a highly motivated and self-driven Engineering Manager to oversee software development and the cloudOS release quality team for Private cloud compute. As a leader of this team, you will participate in high-priority releases, drive critical software milestones for the program, and provide insights into build quality to executive teams. This is a highly technical role where you will lead the quality efforts for OS delivery for Private cloud compute. Private cloud compute is one of the critical components for Apple Intelligence. Collaborate with a dedicated, passionate, and intelligent engineering team and cross-functional partners to deliver the optimal user experience and create a company wide impact.

Responsibilities

You will lead team activities and collaborate with cross-functional teams on larger initiatives. As a manager, you will play a pivotal role in the development of Apple’s server products by immersing yourself in a highly collaborative and rapidly evolving environment to integrate novel technologies into our designs. Your contributions will span the entire Apple product development lifecycle, from conceptualization to production, driving both individual product enhancements and comprehensive system validation activities.

You will work with exceptional teams in Cupertino, Seattle, and London, who possess a genuine passion for engineering and are committed to delivering features that uphold robust privacy and security guarantees for end users. Our team and our partners encompass a diverse range of disciplines, including low-level operating systems, OS services such as daemons and frameworks, data center services, network protocols, and APIs. You will lead a focused team on this spectrum, capable of delivering high-quality work under tight deadlines while fostering seamless cross-functional collaboration across various disciplines.

Ideal candidates will have motivation, drive, and a personal commitment to the products and services we are responsible for. Ability to manage multiple priorities and thrive in uncertain environments. Excellent communication skills and the capacity to establish positive relationships with both team members and partner teams are essential.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven excellence in Engineering management
• 5+ years leading a development or qualification teams
• Sense of urgency and flexibility is key to success in this position
• Ability to listen to others, facilitate discussions, and drive results
• Ability to work in dynamic environment with shifting priorities and schedules
• Expertise and proficiency in tools/framework development and using Python, 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 private first
• Self-directed: the ability to drive a project from a simple idea to production

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for product ownership and track record of product development and large scale frameworking and automation development
• Able to coordinate the efforts of multiple teams
• Experience with developing and operating large scale distributed systems

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $198,300 and $342,800, 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.

EEO Statement

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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.