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Business Operations jobs at Apple span supply chain strategy, program management, and cross-functional planning across its global hardware and services divisions. Apple has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for qualified candidates in this function, supporting multiple visa categories from initial employment through permanent residency.
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Get Access To All JobsAt Apple, we focus deeply on our customers’ experience. Apple Ads brings this same approach to advertising, helping people find exactly what they’re looking for and helping advertisers grow their businesses.
Our technology powers ads and sponsorships across Apple Services, including the App Store, Apple News, and MLS Season Pass. Everything we do is designed for trust, connection, and impact: We respect user privacy, integrate advertising thoughtfully into the experience, and deliver value for advertisers of all sizes - from small app developers to big, global brands. Because when advertising is done right, it benefits everyone!
The Platform Operations team is positioned globally and is focused on providing cross-functional business solutions and external support for Apple Ads customers. The Platform Operations team is seeking a Business Specialist to support business operations for existing and future service platforms. The Business Specialist collaborates with internal and external partners while advocating on behalf of the Apple Ads business and its Apple Ads customers.
Description
- Provide internal and external client support for Apple Ads systems and technical tools
- Investigate and solve technical issues
- Lead support issues by providing data and analysis to Operations, Engineering and Product teams
- Monitor, analyze, and report on support efforts to key internal partners
- Elicit feedback cross-functionally from Engineering, Product, Marketing and Data teams on technical requirements for issue resolutions
- Coordinate ongoing cross-functional partner support meetings and advocate on behalf of the Apple Ads business and our Apple Ads customers
- Assist internal Apple teams with policy enforcement and management efforts
- Promote ongoing education for supported teams on internal tools and products
- Develop support content and implement training for internal partners
- Flexible to work with partners and teams across multiple time zones
- Flexible to work on weekends and holidays on rotation
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience (3-5 years) in Advertising Operations or similar customer support role
- Experience in a customer support organization focused on customer satisfaction
- Fundamental knowledge of ad operations and ad delivery services
- Experience reviewing technical requirements documentation
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- An ability to create and revise email communication quickly and articulate the message to partners
- Ability to resolve challenges and prioritize workloads
- Ability to work independently and with a team in a dynamic fast-paced environment
- Well organized, with exceptional attention to detail
- Flexible to work with others in multiple time zones
- Ability to identify and implement required actions quickly in order to accomplish goals, eliminate roadblocks, and create focus
- Excellent communication skills (verbal, visual, and written) with the ability to interpret data and communicate clearly and concisely
- Excel in a dynamic environment and function effectively in the context of ambiguity
- Self-starter, inquisitive and a propensity to socialize ideas and drive innovation
- Search/Performance advertising experience is a plus
- B2B advertising experience is a plus
- Developer relations experience is a plus
Pay & Benefits
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 $123,700 and $218,000, 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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
At Apple, we focus deeply on our customers’ experience. Apple Ads brings this same approach to advertising, helping people find exactly what they’re looking for and helping advertisers grow their businesses.
Our technology powers ads and sponsorships across Apple Services, including the App Store, Apple News, and MLS Season Pass. Everything we do is designed for trust, connection, and impact: We respect user privacy, integrate advertising thoughtfully into the experience, and deliver value for advertisers of all sizes - from small app developers to big, global brands. Because when advertising is done right, it benefits everyone!
The Platform Operations team is positioned globally and is focused on providing cross-functional business solutions and external support for Apple Ads customers. The Platform Operations team is seeking a Business Specialist to support business operations for existing and future service platforms. The Business Specialist collaborates with internal and external partners while advocating on behalf of the Apple Ads business and its Apple Ads customers.
Description
- Provide internal and external client support for Apple Ads systems and technical tools
- Investigate and solve technical issues
- Lead support issues by providing data and analysis to Operations, Engineering and Product teams
- Monitor, analyze, and report on support efforts to key internal partners
- Elicit feedback cross-functionally from Engineering, Product, Marketing and Data teams on technical requirements for issue resolutions
- Coordinate ongoing cross-functional partner support meetings and advocate on behalf of the Apple Ads business and our Apple Ads customers
- Assist internal Apple teams with policy enforcement and management efforts
- Promote ongoing education for supported teams on internal tools and products
- Develop support content and implement training for internal partners
- Flexible to work with partners and teams across multiple time zones
- Flexible to work on weekends and holidays on rotation
Minimum Qualifications
- Experience (3-5 years) in Advertising Operations or similar customer support role
- Experience in a customer support organization focused on customer satisfaction
- Fundamental knowledge of ad operations and ad delivery services
- Experience reviewing technical requirements documentation
- Bachelor's Degree or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
- An ability to create and revise email communication quickly and articulate the message to partners
- Ability to resolve challenges and prioritize workloads
- Ability to work independently and with a team in a dynamic fast-paced environment
- Well organized, with exceptional attention to detail
- Flexible to work with others in multiple time zones
- Ability to identify and implement required actions quickly in order to accomplish goals, eliminate roadblocks, and create focus
- Excellent communication skills (verbal, visual, and written) with the ability to interpret data and communicate clearly and concisely
- Excel in a dynamic environment and function effectively in the context of ambiguity
- Self-starter, inquisitive and a propensity to socialize ideas and drive innovation
- Search/Performance advertising experience is a plus
- B2B advertising experience is a plus
- Developer relations experience is a plus
Pay & Benefits
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 $123,700 and $218,000, 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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Business Operations Jobs at Apple
Tailor your resume to Apple's operational scale
Apple's Business Operations roles emphasize systems thinking at global scale. Highlight experience managing cross-functional programs, supplier relationships, or hardware product cycles rather than generalist operations work. Reviewers look for candidates who've operated within complex, matrixed organizations.
Target roles tied to hardware product lines
Apple's most active Business Operations hiring clusters around iPhone, Mac, and Services divisions. Roles tied to new product introduction or supply chain readiness often have dedicated headcount, making them more likely to move through the sponsorship approval process with urgency.
Clarify your visa category before the offer stage
Apple sponsors H-1B, E-3, TN, and H-1B1 visas depending on your nationality. Knowing which category applies to you before offer negotiations avoids delays. Australian citizens on E-3 and Canadians on TN typically see faster processing than H-1B cap cases.
Align your credentials to a specialty occupation standard
Business Operations roles can face USCIS scrutiny over whether they meet the specialty occupation threshold. A degree in industrial engineering, operations management, or supply chain strengthens your petition far more than a general business or liberal arts background.
Prepare for PERM timing if you're targeting a Green Card
Apple sponsors EB-2 and EB-3 Green Cards for Business Operations roles, but PERM labor certification with the DOL typically adds 12 to 18 months before the I-140 stage. Factor this into your OPT or H-1B runway if permanent residency is part of your plan.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Apple's open roles by visa type
Finding Business Operations openings that explicitly support sponsorship saves weeks of outreach. Migrate Mate lets you filter Apple's current listings by visa category so you can focus applications on roles where your status is already a fit.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Apple sponsor H-1B visas for Business Operations?
Yes, Apple sponsors H-1B visas for Business Operations roles. Because the H-1B is subject to the annual cap and lottery, your offer timing matters. If you're selected in the lottery, your start date would be October 1 of that fiscal year. Candidates already holding H-1B status through a prior employer can transfer without waiting for a new cap cycle.
How do I apply for Business Operations jobs at Apple?
Apply directly through Apple's careers portal at jobs.apple.com. Business Operations roles are posted under Operations, Supply Chain, and Program Management categories. Tailoring your application to reflect Apple's hardware-focused business context, including product launch cycles and global supplier operations, significantly strengthens your candidacy. You can also browse Apple's open sponsorship-eligible roles on Migrate Mate before applying.
Which visa types does Apple commonly sponsor for Business Operations roles?
Apple sponsors H-1B, H-1B1 visa for Singaporean and Chilean nationals, E-3 visa for Australian citizens, and TN visa for Canadian and Mexican professionals. F-1 OPT and CPT are supported for students actively enrolled or recently graduated. For long-term employment, Apple also pursues EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship for qualifying Business Operations employees.
What qualifications does Apple expect for Business Operations roles?
Most Business Operations roles at Apple require a bachelor's degree in a field like supply chain management, industrial engineering, operations research, or business administration with a quantitative focus. Experience with new product introduction, cross-functional program management, or supplier operations in a hardware or consumer electronics environment is strongly favored over generalist operations backgrounds.
How do I understand the visa filing timeline after receiving an Apple offer?
Timeline depends on your visa category. E-3 and TN petitions can be processed at a consulate or port of entry within weeks of an offer. H-1B transfers for existing holders move faster than new cap cases. For OPT-to-H-1B transitions, USCIS recommends filing by April 1 to cover the October 1 start date. Confirm your category's specific filing window with Apple's immigration team as early as possible in the offer process.