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Senior Software Engineer, Apple Services Engineering

2 weeks ago Seattle, WA

The iCloud Services team includes iCloud Platform, iCloud SRE, iCloud Data Science, and Data Engineering. The team ensures the availability, high performance, and efficiency of iCloud services, as well as security and data privacy. iCloud Services includes Enterprise and Education. Enterprise builds products and services to help organizations of all shapes and sizes do their work using Apple products, while Education delivers great teaching and learning experiences.

Description

This team is more than a group of engineers -- it's a group passionate about Apple products, services, and engineering culture. The team is seeking an experienced Software Engineer to develop the next generation of cloud platform that powers Apple Intelligence Private Cloud Compute and focus on building the next generation of cloud services. Your work will power marquee Apple experiences such as FaceTime, iCloud Drive, Photos, Backup, and Push notifications services while also helping build new ones. We are a high-leverage team designing, building, and growing Apple's privacy-focused platform enabling many of Apple's signature apps and experiences. Our work impacts over a billion users and is essential to the success of Apple's growth in services. Our team is growing, you will have the unique opportunity to help us shape our culture and processes.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate to solve complex problems with the opportunity to invent innovative solutions
  • Evolve the design and architecture to support the continued growth of our platform
  • Develop the next generation of cloud platform that powers Apple Intelligence Private Cloud Compute, FaceTime, iCloud Drive, Photos, Backup and Push notifications services
  • Partner with teams across Apple to develop features and functionality to enable new experiences in the Apple ecosystem

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Minimum Qualifications

  • 5+ years of experience building scalable micro-services
  • Experience with Containerization and Serverless (Docker, Kubernetes, KNative) Technologies
  • Proficient in Java
  • Experience operating and developing infrastructure and services in public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or an equivalent degree

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficient with various programming languages such as Go and/or Swift
  • Enjoys learning new skills and technologies
  • Solid communications skills

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 $171,600 and $302,200, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .

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Client-provided location(s): Seattle, WA
Job ID: apple-200621787-3337
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-09-22T19:10:53

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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