Distributed Cloud Network Solution Architect
At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. The GNS team builds and operates the next generation of distributed cloud platforms that span Apple's private cloud and leading third-party cloud providers such as AWS and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). We are seeking an experienced Distributed Cloud Network Solution Architect to help design, validate, and deploy high-performance, scalable, and secure networking solutions across hybrid and multi-cloud environments.
Description
In this role, you will work at the intersection of networking, cloud infrastructure, and large-scale distributed systems, partnering with internal engineering teams and strategic cloud providers to bring advanced workloads-including AI/ML and data-intensive services-into production.
","responsibilities":"Architect and validate distributed cloud networking solutions spanning Apple's private infrastructure and third-party clouds (AWS, GCP).
Contribute to the design and enhancement of orchestration software which implements network architecture using Infrastructure as Code.
Partner with cloud providers and internal platform teams to design high-performance, low-latency network architectures for AI/ML, analytics, and large-scale services.
Lead proof-of-concepts (POCs) and pilots for multi-cloud and hybrid cloud networking designs, addressing real-world scalability, reliability, and security requirements.
Collaborate with engineering, operations, and product teams to translate business and application needs into end-to-end network designs.
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Conduct deep-dive technical sessions, architecture reviews, and troubleshooting engagements focused on network performance, resiliency, and observability.
Author clear technical documentation, architecture diagrams, and design proposals to support executive and engineering decision-making.
Preferred Qualifications
Deep understanding of container networking technologies in third party clouds (EKS, GKE)
Strong understanding of data-center and backbone (WAN) networking architectures, including routing, switching, and traffic engineering
Solid knowledge of cloud network security, including network segmentation, firewalling, and secure connectivity between on-prem and cloud environments.
BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
Minimum Qualifications
Strong customer- and partner-facing skills with the ability to lead complex technical discussions.
Deep understanding of third party cloud networking, including:
VPC connectivity technologies, Cloud security
Load balancing, DNS, and service connectivity
Hands-on experience designing, deploying, and debugging Infrastructure as Code (Terraform).
Proven ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results in fast-paced environments.
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