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Senior Distributed Systems Engineer - Golang

Yesterday Seattle, WA

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Description

We are seeking a Distributed Systems Engineer with expertise in search and a working

knowledge of machine learning concepts and systems. Your role will primarily involve

developing backend services and creating data and inference pipelines. This position is

ideal for those passionate about enhancing search features using advanced machine learning methods.

Preferred Qualifications

Programming Languages: Go (Golang)

Experience in Machine learning and/or Natural Language Processing

Experience of prompt engineering, fine-tuning, evaluating, and developing data collection/annotation/management tooling for LLMs

Exemplary ability to design, perform experiments, and influence engineering direction and product roadmap

Solid understanding of the software development process, including unit testing and release management

Minimum Qualifications

Strong coding skills and solid understanding of algorithms and data structures

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Proficient with various programming languages such as Go, Python, Java

Expert knowledge of API design and interface technologies (JSON, ProtoBuf, REST,RPC, XML, etc)

Experience with AWS Services such as Amazon S3, EC2, EKS / Kubernetes

Experience with event-based messaging systems (Kafka)

B.S, M.S. or PhD in Computer Science or a related field

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Client-provided location(s): Seattle, WA
Job ID: apple-200613049-3337_rxr-658
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-11-10T19:05:24

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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