The AIML Data Collections team is a fast-paced, dynamic environment. In this role you will engage with teams across Apple’s ecosystem with the ultimate goal of delivering high-quality data to be used for ML algorithm development. In this role, you will be working closely with ML engineering teams as a key stakeholder providing crucial data that they need to develop their algorithms to support features for all Apple customers.
Description
You are a vital part of the AIML Data Collections team who is responsible for planning, executing, and managing complex data collection projects across multiple partner teams. You are responsible for leading data collection project portfolios from intake and scoping, through planning & design, to coordinating tool and equipment setup and equipment with corresponding teams and colleagues, managing the collection, and finally closing out projects upon successful delivery of assets.
You are someone who LOVES data and is never-endingly curious about how it makes our products better. You love working closely with people AND are highly organized, communication-focused and able to think dynamically in implementing challenging technical solutions.
Responsibilities
You will work as the main data collections DRI for a number of projects and programs. Your core work includes:
Successfully overseeing the outcomes of projects via delivery of agreed-upon assets to requesting clients Enabling the flow of critical project information across the ecosystem of engineering teams and leadership, and AIML DC managers and leadership, vendors & contractors.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Science or equivalent degree 8+ years experience managing technical projects or programs including large, cross-functional initiatives across global teams Excellent program management skills including program structuring, timeline & resource planning, vendor management and managing multiple work streams interdependently Strong verbal, analytical, presentation and written communication skills. Able to manage high-level stakeholder meetings effectively. Ability to disambiguate requirements and negotiate with other teams effectively Expertise navigating systems and tools, sharing best practices with team members
Preferred Qualifications
Love Data! Be a real people person! Thrive in a fast paced environment and maintain a good working relationship with key project stakeholders Excellent in teamwork and relationship building. Works to establish a collaborative working environment. Will go above and beyond to get the job done. Communicate issues proactively across teams and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to changing workflows and processes Have a high degree of resourcefulness, flexibility, creative decision-making, and problem-solving abilities Proven attention to detail and critical thinking skills, demonstrating integrity and focus on customer privacy Automated data validation experience using ML technologies is a strong advantage Experience with Python, GIT or other source control & programming languages is an advantage
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $172,100 and $258,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
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