Experienced Infrastructure Capacity Planning Manager - Cloud Computing and IT Infrastructure Optimization

Join Apple's Innovative Team as an Infrastructure Capacity Planning Manager

Imagine being part of a team that revolutionizes the way people live, work, and play. At Apple, we're not just building products; we're creating experiences that change lives. As a company that's driven by innovation and diversity, we're always looking for talented individuals who share our passion for making a difference. As an Infrastructure Capacity Planning Manager in our Infrastructure Services team, you'll play a critical role in shaping the future of our IT infrastructure and cloud computing capabilities.

About the Role

We're seeking a highly skilled and experienced Infrastructure Capacity Planning Manager to join our team in IS&T. In this role, you'll collaborate with various teams to align our cloud capacity with business needs, ensuring scalability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness. You'll oversee and direct a team of infrastructure planning specialists, working closely with IT business leaders to drive capacity planning, resource allocation, and optimize the infrastructure needed to support data center operations aligned with business needs.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide mentorship, coaching, and development opportunities to foster a high-performing team culture.
• Define roles, responsibilities, and goals for team members, ensuring alignment with broader organizational objectives.
• Ensure team accountability and performance in delivering high-quality results on infrastructure planning and execution.
• Work with IS&T leadership team to understand the fleet and their demand.
• Oversee cloud cost management strategies, including budgeting, cost forecasting, and resource allocation.
• Develop and implement policies for optimizing cloud usage and reducing unnecessary expenses without compromising performance.
• Drive the adoption of new tools, platforms, and technologies to enhance infrastructure requests process.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams for the deployment of new infrastructure solutions and services.
• Act as a key decision-maker on architecture, networking, storage, and cloud infrastructure projects.
• Develop and maintain infrastructure performance metrics and dashboards.
• Provide regular updates to senior leadership on infrastructure status, key projects, and operational performance.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize infrastructure services and reduce operational risks.

Minimum Qualifications

To be considered for this role, you must have:

• A Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• Experience in IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and/or cloud operations or related technical domain.
• Experience in a leadership or managerial role.

Preferred Qualifications

While not required, having the following qualifications will make you a more competitive candidate:

• A Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 5+ years of experience in IT infrastructure, cloud computing, and/or cloud operations.
• Proven experience in cloud migration, 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 stakeholders.
• Hands-on experience with major cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud Platform (GCP).
• In-depth knowledge of cloud technologies, including IaaS, PaaS, SaaS, containers, and microservices architecture.

What We Offer

At Apple, we believe in rewarding our employees for their hard work and dedication. As an Infrastructure Capacity Planning Manager, you can expect:

• A competitive salary between $173,100 and $301,400, depending on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
• Opportunities to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• A range of discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses related to advancing your career at Apple.
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Relocation assistance (if eligible).

Our Culture

At Apple, we're committed to creating an inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters innovation and creativity. We believe in:

• Embracing diversity and promoting inclusion.
• Encouraging collaboration and teamwork.
• Fostering a culture of continuous learning and development.
• Recognizing and rewarding outstanding performance.

Why Join Apple?

By joining Apple, you'll become part of a team that's passionate about making a difference. You'll have the opportunity to:

• Work on cutting-edge projects that impact people's lives.
• Collaborate with talented individuals from diverse backgrounds.
• Develop your skills and expertise in a rapidly evolving industry.
• Be part of a company that's committed to innovation and customer satisfaction.

Ready to Apply?

If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you have what it takes to succeed as an Infrastructure Capacity Planning Manager at Apple, click the "Apply Now" button to get started. We can't wait to hear from you!

Apple is an equal opportunity employer committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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.