Apple · 1 month ago
Senior Lab Engineer - Device Services Infrastructure
Santa Clara, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$203K/yr - $306K/yr
8+ years expApple is seeking a Senior Lab Engineer for their Device Services Infrastructure team, who will drive strategic change across the lab ecosystem. The role involves leading initiatives to improve device management and operational efficiency in a complex testing environment.
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Responsibilities
Leading cross-functional projects spanning hardware, software, and operations to align lab workflows with automation systems and engineering needs
Partnering with software and automation teams to help us scale effectively
Identifying and resolving systemic operational issues in device intake/retirement, inventory health, and lab throughput
Driving ongoing workflow improvements across multiple sites (Santa Clara, San Diego, Munich, and future expansions)
Developing operational metrics to measure lab performance, device utilization, and process adherence
Mentoring engineers and technicians on process optimization and technical troubleshooting
Partnering with the Lab Operations Manager to execute high-impact initiatives
Qualification
Required
8+ years of experience in technical operations, systems integration, or large-scale lab/test environments
Strong understanding of operational workflows from device provisioning and tracking to testing and decommissioning
Demonstrated ability to lead ambiguous, cross-functional projects with minimal oversight
Experience with scripting or automation tools (Python, Bash, Ansible, or similar)
Communication and project management skills across technical and operational audiences
Preferred
Experience with software services, automation infrastructure, or device farm environments
Familiarity with continuous integration test systems
Experience supporting teams with multiple geographic sites
Knowledge of hardware lifecycle management and inventory tracking systems
Experience with macOS, iOS, and other Apple platforms
Creative thinker and strong problem solver with meticulous attention to detail
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
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Funding
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Leadership Team
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CEO
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SVP, Software Engineering
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