Software Development Engineer
Maps do more than just get us from point A to point B. They let us know where we stand in the world, help define our communities, and highlight what is of cultural importance to us. Tasked with building the world's best map you will use large data sets, distributed processing systems, domain expertise, and top-notch development skills to ensure a complete and accurate map. We are looking for passionate, creative software engineers motivated by challenging problems of scale that impact every Maps user.
Description
Our team combines disparate signals such as data analytics, community engagement, and user feedback to improve the Maps Platform. Combining these signals requires a comprehensive tool chain built around data modeling, processing, visualization, debugging, and editing. On any given day, you will be proposing, implementing, evaluating, and shipping different technologies and resulting data to achieve a given task.
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Responsibilities
- As a member of our team, you'll have the opportunity to work with a team of highly skilled engineers and scientists to bring new experiences to Apple Maps! This position requires a self-motivated engineer/scientist with strong technical and interpersonal skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- 2+ years of software development experience with strong programming skills in Scala, Python or Java.
- 2+ years of experience working with large scale and real world datasets.
- Master's degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related fields.
- Familiarity with cloud platforms such as AWS, GCP, or Azure.
- Strong problem-solving, communication, and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.
Preferred Qualifications
- PhD degree in Computer Science, Machine Learning, Electrical/Computer Engineering, or related fields, with good publication record.
- Experiences in building large scale machine learning or agentic systems.
- Experience in one or more of the following ML areas: generative AI models, deep learning, computer vision.
- Understanding of NLP fundamentals including embedding generation, text similarity, entity recognition.
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 $220,900, 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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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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