Job Details

Data Center Engineer

Cupertino, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Aug 21, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200615255-0836

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 Data Center Engineer to join our team. Having depth and breadth of knowledge working in data center facilities in a large-scale distributed environment is a strength you'll need. You should have deep knowledge and experience in at least one of the following core areas: Hardware Operations, Network Operations or Data Center Operations.

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

• Hands-on experience with wired & WiFi networks.

• Participate in the installation, monitoring, maintenance, support, and optimization of all physical infrastructure and systems.

• Build plans to optimize power, cooling, and network resources.

• Assist with incidents, help identify root cause, create plans and implement mediation.

• Participate in PagerDuty rotation.

• Configure and manage global PDU infrastructure. Integrate with monitoring systems to calculate PUE, generate alerts, and create reports.

• Lead DCIM implementation and adoption. Track assets across multiple locations, reduce asset retrieval time, and maintain 99.99%+ accuracy.

Minimum Qualifications

• Have 7+ years of experience in large-scale data center hardware deployments, building data centers and directly lead data center relocation projects.

• BS, BA, or BEng degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience.

• Demonstrate ability to prioritize effectively, and experience with technical project management.

• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to communicate effectively with a diverse group of users and staff.

• Strong collaborative skills with ability to work cross functionally to resolve complex issues and meet project timelines.

• Experience developing and reviewing MOPs and SOPs.

• Work autonomously with minimal direction.

Preferred Qualifications

• Build automation tools that eliminate routine tasks. Every manual process is an opportunity to code a solution.

• Experience with Unix/Linux systems administration and command-line diagnostic tools.

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 $141,800 and $258,600, 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.

Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law.Learn more about the E-Verify program (https://www.apple.com/jobs/pdf/EverifyPosterEnglish.pdf) .

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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