The Senior Manager will lead a team focused on data collection efforts for Apple's ambitious products. This role involves owning the vision, strategy, and execution of large-scale data operations while developing a talented engineering team. A strong understanding of data collection fundamentals and proven leadership skills are essential for success in this dynamic environment. The position requires collaboration across hardware, software, infrastructure, and algorithm organizations.

• Bachelor's degree and a minimum of 10 years relevant industry experience.
• 3+ years of direct people management experience with a track record of building high-performing technical teams.
• Willingness to travel to Apple and vendor study locations 10-15% of the year.
• Ability to work in an office environment a minimum of 3 days per week.
• Experience in scoping, bidding, and contracting third-party vendors for projects at scale.
• Strong background in creating complex roadmaps and schedules with timely delivery.

• Lead the team's data collection efforts across various core technologies.
• Own the vision, strategy, and execution of large-scale data operations.
• Grow and develop a team of talented engineers.
• Drive alignment across hardware, software, infrastructure, and algorithm organizations.
• Create and document processes to challenge the status quo and drive innovation.
• Communicate clearly and concisely with executive audiences, technical engineers, and external partners.
• Oversee pre-release hardware and software platforms with sound troubleshooting methodology.
• Create human-centric data collection protocols and data offload practices.

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.