Lead Solutions Architect, Apple Data Platform

At Apple, we're seeking a Lead Solutions Architect for our Apple Data Platform team within Apple Services Engineering. This role combines technical expertise with business acumen, requiring someone who can bridge the gap between complex technical solutions and measurable business value. You'll work with a team of accomplished solutions architects, advising and supporting customers across Apple to implement data analytics, machine learning, and AI products.

The position demands expertise across multiple technical domains, including infrastructure, security, DevOps, databases, and application development, with deep specialization in at least two or three areas. You'll be instrumental in broadening the Apple Data Platform's adoption across the organization, working with diverse teams and influencing technical direction based on customer needs and industry advances.

As a solutions architect, you'll guide projects from initial business problem understanding through requirements gathering, solution design, proof-of-concept development, and production deployment. The role requires exceptional communication skills and the ability to build strong relationships across the company. You'll need to balance technical excellence with business acumen, ensuring solutions deliver measurable value while meeting Apple's high standards for innovation and quality.

This is an opportunity to shape the future of data platform solutions at one of the world's most innovative companies. You'll work in Cupertino, with competitive compensation including base pay, stock options, and comprehensive benefits. The role offers significant growth potential and the chance to work on cutting-edge technologies while solving complex challenges at scale.