Senior Engineer, FileMaker
At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Claris International Inc., an Apple company, is seeking a Senior Engineer to drive the technical direction and architecture for robust data platforms and client-facing solutions. In this role, you will combine deep database architecture expertise with hands-on delivery rigor, ensuring projects are executed on time, to specification, and with production-grade quality. You will translate client requirements into scalable, secure technical designs while fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability.
Description
As a FileMaker Senior Engineer, you will serve as the technical lead responsible for architecting and delivering mission-critical database solutions that directly impact our clients' success. You will partner closely with Server teams and internal stakeholders to transform business requirements into clear, detailed database architectures. By owning the end-to-end technical lifecycle of client-facing database solutions, your technical leadership will ensure that every schema, data model, and pipeline is designed for long-term operability, security, and performance.","responsibilities":"Design autonomous frameworks using self-healing scripts and AI-First Automation tools to drastically reduce manual maintenance and speed up delivery.
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Preferred Qualifications
Extensive hands-on experience with FileMaker platform (Server, Pro, WebDirect, Data API)
Experience with modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid deployment models
Knowledge with C++
Background in enterprise-scale database performance tuning and optimization
Experience with database security frameworks, compliance standards (SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA), and audit requirements
Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities
Strong conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills
Experience implementing monitoring, alerting, and observability solutions for production databases
Track record of reducing technical debt and improving system reliability
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.
8 years of experience in database or data engineering roles.
Experience designing scalable architectures across Server, Client, WebDirect, APIs, and cloud or on-premises deployments.
Experience delivering complex systems on schedule while maintaining quality standards.
Experience with data modeling, schema design, and normalization principles.
Experience communicating technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.","internalDetails":null
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 $181,100 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
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