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DevOps Build and Tools Engineer - Special Projects

Yesterday Cupertino, CA

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Apple's Special Projects team is looking for a DevOps Build and Tools Engineer. We are passionate about continuously improving the way we enable the software development lifecycle. The successful candidate will enjoy using technology to automate and improve in a meaningful and dynamic environment.

Description

Develop and maintain tools to help the engineering teams improve productivity.

Develop and improve on our CI build pipeline.

* Collaborate with cross functional teams to improve the development and release process.

Preferred Qualifications

Minimum of 3 years of experience in DevOps or Build Engineering

Familiar with the software development lifecycle and the software release process

Experience with a continuous integration platform such as Jenkins

Experience with SCM tools, such as Git

Familiar with container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes

Proficient in one modern web backend stack (e.g., FastAPI, NodeJS, Go)

Experience with Xcode and creating applications for iOS, macOS and other Apple platforms a plus

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Minimum Qualifications

Strong debugging and problem solving skills

Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills

Proficient in scripting languages such as Python and Bash

Passionate about Build Engineering, DevOps principles, and software automation

Experience with developing/deploying AI agents and creating/leveraging Generative AI developer tooling

B.S./M.S. in Computer Science, or equivalent degree

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.

Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA
Job ID: apple-200667446-0836
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-06-21T19:34:12

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion

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