Platform Productization Manager

Apple•Apply•Published 2 months ago•First seen 1 months ago

Summary

Are you passionate about working on products that enrich the lives of millions of people? Do you enjoy understanding how things work in breadth and depth, and how to make them even better? Are you excited to work on cutting-edge technologies and products? If so, we'd love to hear from you! The Platform Systems team is looking for an experienced manager to lead and grow the organization. In this role, you will constantly be challenged to learn about how Apple's latest features and technologies work and collaborate with teams to enable this outstanding technology across the Software/Hardware/Silicon organizations! You will work with teams to help them identify focus areas, run experiments, analyze data, and develop tools to help achieve efficiency while maintaining a great user experience.

Description

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic leader to manage the Platform Productization team, overseeing the design, development, and deployment of automation tools and systems that transform complex hardware specifications into production-ready software builds. You will be responsible for building and mentoring a world-class engineering team, setting technical direction, and partnering with cross-functional stakeholders across hardware, firmware, and software organizations. Your team will play a critical role in enabling faster, more reliable product delivery by creating efficient, scalable, and repeatable systems. This position requires both technical expertise in low-level systems and proven leadership capabilities in managing complex engineering projects and diverse technical talent.

Responsibilities

Lead, mentor, and grow a team of software engineers focused on platform productization, test automation, and tooling development
Define and execute the technical roadmap for productization automation systems, aligning with broader organizational goals and product timelines
Drive architecture and design decisions for scalable automation frameworks, ensuring best practices in software development and quality
Partner with hardware, firmware, and software engineering teams to understand requirements and influence early design decisions
Establish and track key quality metrics, ensuring high standards throughout the software delivery lifecycle
Manage project priorities, resource allocation, and dependencies across multiple product launches
Foster a culture of innovation, technical excellence, and continuous improvement within the team
Communicate effectively with senior leadership on progress, risks, and strategic initiatives
Drive adoption of modern development practices, tools, and technologies across the organization
Own the end-to-end delivery of critical infrastructure supporting Apple's platform productization efforts

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years of experience managing software engineering teams, with a track record of building and developing technical talent
Strong technical background in low-level systems, including computer architecture and Unix-based operating systems
Experience with systems programming languages (C, C++) and scripting languages (Python)
Demonstrated success leading complex, multi-phase technical projects from conception to launch
Deep understanding of software quality practices, test automation frameworks, and CI/CD systems
Proven ability to collaborate effectively across organizations and influence without direct authority
Excellent communication skills with ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences
Strong problem-solving abilities and experience making technical trade-off decisions under constraints
Experience with source control management (Git) and modern software development workflows

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in firmware, embedded systems, or hardware/software integration domains
Background in Apple silicon, ARM architecture, or other SoC platforms
Hands-on experience with automation platforms such as Django, Dagster, Kubernetes, or similar orchestration tools
Knowledge of database systems (Postgres, MySQL) and distributed systems architecture
Track record of building or scaling automation infrastructure and developer tools
Experience with agile development methodologies and leading teams in fast-paced environments
Previous experience in a quality engineering or test automation leadership role
Strong data-driven approach to decision making and quality measurement
Demonstrated ability to drive process improvements and operational excellence

Pay & Benefits

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 $188,200 and $325,500, 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.