Senior Data Science Manager – Strategic Data Solutions

Job description

Imagine what you could do here! The people here at Apple don’t just create products — they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. At Apple, inclusion is a shared responsibility, and we work together to foster a culture where everyone belongs and is inspired to do their best work. Apple’s Strategic Data Solutions team is looking for an accomplished data science and analytics leader to build and lead a diverse team of senior individual contributors who are experts in analytics and experimentation. You’ll primarily partner with machine learning engineering leaders to deliver high-impact science and analytics that power decision automation and optimize performance across a wide range of business goals. Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Applied Math, Engineering, or a related field 7+ years of hands-on experience in data science, analytics engineering, or similar technical analytics roles 2+ years of experience leading and mentoring data-focused teams Proficiency in SQL and at least one programming language (e.g., Python, R) Strong background in experimentation design, causal inference, and statistical analysis Experience working with large-scale data pipelines and production-level analytics systems Proven ability to drive measurable business impact through data and automation Preferred Qualifications: Experience with building robust monitoring systems to track data and model health in production Expertise in data storytelling and creating stakeholder-ready visualizations and narratives Ability to connect insights to business outcomes and influence strategy Familiarity with modern data platforms (e.g., Spark, Snowflake, Airflow) and ML Ops tooling Passion for fostering inclusive team environments and valuing diverse perspectives Clear communicator who can translate complex technical concepts into actionable business language