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Network Architect Lead, Infrastructure Engineering

Apple· Software and Services
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Cupertino, CA$175.5k - $311.7kFull-timePosted 5mo ago

About the role

Senior network architect leading design and deployment of large-scale distributed networks for Apple’s infrastructure, with emphasis on data center, WiFi design, security, automation, and cross-functional collaboration.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain network technology roadmap and define network strategy
  • Define architecture, design, and deployment of networks supporting Apple's test device farm, aligning with business objectives
  • Partner with software and hardware teams to deliver scalable, highly available networks for extreme-performance workloads
  • Drive technology adoption, vendor engagement, and lifecycle management for networking hardware and software
  • Participate in PagerDuty rotation assisting with incidents, help identify root cause, remediation plans, and insure fixes are implemented
  • Represent network strategy in business planning and communicate complex concepts to partners and stakeholders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in large-scale data center network architecture and WiFi design
  • BS, BA, or BEng degree in a technical field, or equivalent experience
  • Deep knowledge of multi-site networking, routing, switching, firewalls, and security frameworks
  • Executive-level presentation skills, cross-functional leadership, and the ability to bridge the gap between business and technology
  • Experience working cross functionally to resolve complex issues and meet project timelines

Skills

Required:Network architecture and designData center networkingWiFi designSecurity frameworksExecutive communicationProject leadership

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • retirement benefits
  • discounted products and free services
  • reimbursement for certain educational expenses including tuition
  • discretionary bonuses or commission payments and relocation eligibility
  • Apple shareholder opportunities via stock programs
Last updated Aug 7, 2026. Interested? Apply on the company site.

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