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# ML Software Engineering Manager - Apple Music

- **Company:** Apple Inc.
- **Location:** Cupertino, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Recommender Systems, Tensorflow, Software Engineering, Information Technology, Machine Learning Operations
- **Published:** July 13, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.techcareers.com/job.asp?id=3317950096&tx=YT101TYI&pt=1&aff=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54&utm_source=Job%20Feed&utm_medium=textkernel&utm_campaign=DE&utm_term=0B19D771-A501-4A5E-8338-2A822B784D54

## About the Role

* 3+ years of experience managing software engineering teams
 * 5+ years of experience building and shipping high-quality software products
 * Hands-on experience designing and shipping products in the recommendation systems space
 * Strong computer science fundamentals and system design experience
 * Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience, * Deep understanding of modern recommendation system architectures and the tradeoffs involved in building them at scale
 * Experience with machine learning frameworks and familiarity with end-to-end ML model development lifecycles
 * Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical tradeoffs for both technical and non-technical audiences
 * Experience leading or collaborating with geographically distributed teams across time zones
 * Track record of attracting, developing, and retaining strong engineering talent in a competitive environment
 * Passion for music and a curiosity about how technology can deepen the connection between people and the artists they love

## Description

As an ML Software Engineering Manager on the Apple Music team, you will lead a team of talented engineers responsible for designing, building, and shipping state-of-the-art music recommendation and personalization systems. You will own the technical direction of the team, partner closely with Research and Product, and ensure your engineers have the support, clarity, and growth opportunities they need to do the best work of their careers.


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