Job Details

Linux Platform Engineering Manager

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: May 28, 2025

Role Number: 200606245

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 Apple Store 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. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.

Imagine the incredible possibilities that await you at Apple. Our company has a remarkable ability to transform great ideas into exceptional products, services, and customer experiences. When you bring passion and dedication to your role, the boundaries of what you can achieve are truly limitless. It’s the diverse tapestry of our people and their innovative ideas that fuels our relentless pursuit of technological advancements that enrich our lives.

Description

Apple’s Edge Services team is currently seeking an engineering manager to lead a team responsible for building and managing DNS and GSLB solutions for millions of users globally. The manager’s primary focus will be on ensuring optimal service uptimes, scalability, security, and performance. By driving technological innovations, they will play a pivotal role in supporting the evolving needs of our users.

Minimum Qualifications

• 8+ years experience with Linux systems and networking technologies

• 5+ years experience managing and/or leading a Systems Engineering team

• Experience with DNS, Bind, NSD, Unbound, including BGP, DNS, TCP/IP, load balancing, and routing protocols

• Strong automation skills along with deep knowledge of infrastructure tooling

• Experience leading large-scale infrastructure deployments in an automated scalable way (GIT, CI/CD Tools, Jenkins, Artifactory, Puppet, Chef, SaltStack etc).

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, an engineering-related field, or equivalent related experience

• Excellent organizational skills and adaptive approach to problem-solving

• Experience with budget planning, forecasting and tracking of Operations and Capital budgets

• Ability to think globally/creatively, turn information into effective processes, and drive results

• Proven track record to encourage, mentor, and develop team members

• Experience working with teams on a global scale with strong communication and multi-functional collaboration skills

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 $190,700 and $329,600, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more .

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