Data Center Network Architect

Role Number: 200637042-3401 Summary Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each otheru2019s 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. Itu2019s 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, youu2019ll do more than join something u2014 youu2019ll add something.People at Apple donu2019t just build products u2014 they craft the kind of experience that has revolutionized entire industries. The diverse collection of our people and their ideas encourage innovation in everything we do. Imagine what you could do here Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.Appleu2019s Network Infrastructure is a critical foundation in delivering Appleu2019s services (such as iCloud, iTunes, Siri, Maps) to billions of customers, and its employees. Appleu2019s Data Center Networking team is responsible for all aspect of the Network Infrastructure, from Operations to Architecture, thats deployed globally across Appleu2019s Data Centers and Edge locations. We are responsible for delivering a network that can match Appleu2019s scale, reliability and security goals.We work closely with Appleu2019s other Infrastructure organizations, Hardware and Software Architecture teams to influence, build and operate Appleu2019s Infrastructure. Our influences can range anywhere from Data Center Network Fabrics to a Hardware System Design. We listen to different perspectives, help surface innovative ideas, and drive decisions that move us forward. Description As a part of the Data Center Network team, you will build and operationalize innovative products and solutions that will craft the hyper-scale network infrastructure for Apple. We are looking for candidates who have a strong passion in building sophisticated large scale systems for high performance and reliability with broad experience in distributed systems architecture and networking Minimum Qualifications + Subject Matter expertise in routing/switching. + In-depth understanding of switching ASICs from multiple providers. + Understanding of multi-vendor & open source network operating system architecture and design + Sophisticated knowledge of TCP/IP, routing protocols, and large scale network features. + Familiarity with network performance tuning and optimization + Deep technical background in network-layer security mechanisms + Cloud-scale networking background + Experience deploying and scaling overlay networking technologies (VXLAN, GRE, IPSec, etc) + Familiarity with data center structured cabling, fiber plant, power, and cooling Preferred Qualifications + 10+ years experience in building, securing, and deploying large scale data center network environments + Engineering leadership experience + Self-starter, self-motivated, self-directed, and self-sufficient. Drives ideas from inception to implementation + Demonstrates consistent technical, organizational, and industry-level awareness. + Technical presentation and communication skills with the ability to articulate concepts, designs and decisions to both technical and non-technical audiences. + Software and Systems + Experience with tooling development and software development lifecycle. + Proficiency in one or more software languages (Swift, Golang, Python, etc) + Extensive understanding of public & private cloud networking architecture & compute virtualization technologies + Practical knowledge of high-performance compute and artificial intelligence networking + Experience with configuration management platforms (Puppet, Ansible, Salt, Chef, etc) 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 (.

Created: 2026-03-07