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AIML - Data Operations Senior Team Lead (Shanghai)

Apple· Machine Learning and AI
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Hybrid (Shanghai)full-timePosted 7mo ago

About the role

Senior Team Lead responsible for managing daily operations of the Annotation team within Apple’s AIML Data Operations, coaching Team Leads and Senior Annotation roles to ensure high-quality annotated data, process optimization, and cross-functional collaboration. Office-based role with potential on-campus hours for certain supervisor shifts.

Responsibilities

  • Manage day-to-day operations to ensure delivery of high-quality annotated data
  • Coach, mentor and guide Team Leads and Senior Annotation roles
  • Develop Team Leads and other senior roles through coaching, meetings, mentor sessions, and involvement in interviewing and hiring
  • Participate in data analysis and collaboration with other Data Operations sites
  • Assist in development of tools and reports to analyze and run the business
  • Optimize workflow, manage workforce, and develop more efficient ways of working
  • Determine staffing requirements and participate in interviewing and hiring
  • Engage in cross-functional collaboration to drive operational improvements
  • Lead performance via data-driven insights and KPI analysis

Qualifications

  • Minimum 8 to 10 years experience in people management, leading teams focused on consumer-facing applications, content or service
  • Ability to empower and drive team performance and be accountable for business priorities
  • Self-starter with forward thinking capability, strategic vision, and strong executional track record
  • Experience defining and analyzing KPIs, identifying trends and opportunities for innovation and improvement
  • Proven track record of collaborating cross-functionally to drive operational improvements
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to influence across all levels of the organization
  • Management experience in a global organization
  • Experience scaling operations in a fast-paced and dynamic environment
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Good analytical skills to use data to optimize organizational efficiency and drive strategic decision making
  • Bachelor’s degree above or equivalent experience

Skills

Required:People managementKPI analysis and data-driven decision makingCross-functional collaboration

Benefits

  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity
  • Accessible workplace and accommodations for applicants with disabilities
  • Benefits reflected in Apple’s culture and tools (as described in the description)
Last updated Jul 24, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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