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Software Engineer - Customer Systems, Information Systems & Technology (IS&T)

Yesterday Sunnyvale, CA

Imagine what you can do here at Apple!

Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work. We believe hard work, creativity, and innovation fuel the ultimate customer experience. Each customer engagement is an opportunity to delight, engage, and inspire - and by focusing on the smallest details, we can make a big impact on our customers.

The Platform Services team at Apple is seeking a Solution Architect who demonstrates exceptional expertise and unwavering commitment to delivering outstanding results. The ideal candidate is an energetic professional with a deep understanding of enterprise systems, excellent technical skills, outstanding communication abilities, a passion for innovation, and the capacity to challenge conventional thinking.

If you are highly motivated and passionate about solving complex problems, fostering innovation, and developing critical cross-functional products in a fast-paced, collaborative environment, this role is for you!

Come, join us to do the best work of your life with a talented group of people. Bring your passion and dedication to the job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish!

Description

The Platform Services team is responsible for developing and overseeing global, business-critical applications within the Customer Engagement domain. Our enterprise solutions and services are utilized across a diverse range of consumers, encompassing Apple Services, Contact Centers, Mobile Carriers, Self-Service Customers, Repair Centers, Apple Depots, Enterprise, Apple stores, and Genius Bars. These applications are meticulously crafted to provide an exceptional sales and service experience to our valued customers.

In this role, you will utilize innovative techniques and collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams and business stakeholders throughout the development lifecycle. As a successful member of the team, you will become the domain champion, leading the design and architectural development of complex solutions that enhance the overall customer experience across various sales and service channels.

We're looking for someone with the insight and the passion to bring complex features to life. You will be expected to dive in and take ownership of technology or problem space. You will be the expert and go-to person for your areas of ownership.

Responsibilities:

Participate in brainstorming sessions to gather/understand requirements

Perform high-level systems impact analysis for new initiatives

Implement prototype and/or verify concepts

Deliver Scalable, High-Quality, End-to-End Solutions in collaboration with senior architects, stakeholders, engineering, and cross-functional teams

Create High-level and Low-level design artifacts

Conduct architecture reviews and executive briefings for high-impact projects

Ensure proper requirement traceability and delivery during development and Integration Testing

Provide solution hand-off and training for the new features to Operations and Production Support teams

Work with other architects to standardize architectures and establish an architecture governance framework across the organization.

Develop product roadmaps and identify new use cases.

Navigate and execute in an environment of ambiguity and lead teams to the successful delivery of solutions

Manage multiple global efforts simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications

Exceptional software engineering background with an outstanding body of work demonstrating experience in software development, solution architecture, and product management

Hands-on experience in architecting and developing event-based, distributed, highly available systems

Deep knowledge of developing and managing enterprise-level technology at a global scale

Experienced with Micro-services, CI/CD, and Container orchestration

Excellent communication skills and attention to detail for documenting and reviewing designs

Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

Excellent leadership and influencing skills

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Effective presentation, oral, and written business communication skills with various audiences and levels

Knowledge of machine learning fundamentals

Minimum Qualifications

3+ years of Industry experience

Expertise in Java, Springboot, Kubernetes, Docker, Kafka, Object Oriented Programming

Hands-on with one or more cloud platforms and managed services

BS/BA degree or equivalent technical experience

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

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): Sunnyvale, CA
Job ID: apple-200663125-3956
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-05-26T19:43:07

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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