Job Details

Data Center Efficiency Manager, Infrastructure Services

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: May 07, 2025

Role Number: 200603663

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of quickly becoming great products, services, and customer experiences. 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.

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Manager to lead our Data Center Infrastructure Risk, Server Decommissioning, and Efficiency Programs. The ideal candidate will have deep technical knowledge of data center environments, networking fundamentals, exceptional program management skills, and a passion for driving operational excellence at scale

Description

This critical leadership role will manage programs that ensure the security, resilience, and efficiency of our global data center operations, driving initiatives that minimize risk, improve asset utilization, and streamline end-of-life (EOL) processes for infrastructure.

Responsibilities
Identify, assess, and manage infrastructure-related risks across all data center sites.

Develop and maintain risk registers, mitigation strategies, and contingency plans for hardware and environmental risks.

Partner with SREs, Operations, and compliance teams to ensure infrastructure meets security, resiliency, and operational standards.

Lead the end-to-end server decommissioning lifecycle, including planning, execution, and documentation.

Create scalable processes to manage infrastructure risk assets in accordance with company policies, industry best practices, and regulatory requirements (e.g., data sanitization, recycling).

Work cross-functionally with logistics, finance, and sustainability teams to optimize decommissioning efficiency and asset recovery.

Design and implement initiatives to improve operational efficiency, including rack utilization, and hardware lifecycle optimization.

Drive continuous improvement projects using metrics, SLO, and data analytics to deliver measurable impact on cost, performance, and environmental goals.

Benchmark internal operations against industry standards and find opportunities for innovation.

Build, manage, and mentor a high-performing team of program managers and technical specialists.

Represent the Data Center Infrastructure Risk and Efficiency program to executive leadership and external partners.

Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement across teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and/or cloud operations.

• Experience in a leadership or managerial role overseeing infrastructure risks and efficiency planning.

Preferred Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and/or cloud operations.

• Demonstrable experience in infrastructure risk management, infrastructure automation, and optimization.

• Leadership skills with a demonstrated ability to manage and mentor technical teams.

• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to communicate complex technical concepts to non-tech

• Hands-on experience with CLI for various tools.

• In-depth knowledge of cloud technologies, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, containers, and microservices architecture.

• Solid understanding of network architecture, security, data management, and compliance in cloud environments.

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 $200,400 and $301,400, 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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