Tools and Process Site Reliability Engineer
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Apple is seeking a Site Reliability Engineer to join the Hardware Technologies Tools and Process team to design, deploy, and scale the web applications that are used for operational needs for the organization. This role is responsible for expanding our infrastructure capabilities to introduce more automation, maintain a high bar for reliability, and ensure the security of the software created by collaborating with our developers. You will stay ahead of the curve by identifying future areas of growth for the platform. Additionally, this role has broad exposure to multiple areas as the team uses Apple's internal software and services and develops custom solutions to address gaps and novel business needs. These tools and processes provide support across the organization, impacting teams involved in all product lines and transforming the way people work at Apple. We are seeking a proactive and driven new member of our Tools and Process Team - join us!
Description
As a Site Reliability Engineer, you will be responsible for the operational excellence of multiple cloud-based applications, emphasizing deployment, security, scalability, and reliability on AWS and Apple infrastructure.","responsibilities":"You will work closely with developers who are building applications in Python and JavaScript, ensuring their code runs seamlessly in production.
Your role will involve driving solutions for hybrid infrastructure (both on-premise and public cloud) and architecting our AWS-based platform.
You will manage technologies such as Pulumi, Argo, Docker, Kubernetes, Postgres, and DataDog, combined with custom Apple software and tooling.
You will oversee and enhance the CI/CD pipeline and support deployment of QA's automated testing.
You will monitor performance of the infrastructure and identify areas of improvement.
You will identify infrastructure needs for new projects and coordinate with developers to ensure they are factored into the development process.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience managing hybrid cloud infrastructure (On-Premise data centers interacting with AWS, GCP, or Azure).
Familiarity with the Python (Django) and JavaScript (React) ecosystems, and how to support them in production.
Experience with "GitOps" workflows and tools such as ArgoCD or Jenkins.
Strong understanding of database reliability (Postgres, RDS, Redis) and monitoring (Prometheus, Grafana, ELK stack).
A collaborative approach to engineering, with experience mentoring team members and fostering a culture of security and reliability.
Experience with large-scale data and supporting Generative AI solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent practical experience.
2+ years of experience supporting large-scale production applications in an SRE, DevOps, or Systems Engineering role.
Proficiency in Python, with a strong ability to automate complex tasks and build tooling.
Strong experience with container orchestration, specifically Kubernetes (EKS or self-hosted).
Experience implementing Infrastructure as Code (IaC) using Terraform, Pulumi, or similar frameworks.
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Working knowledge of Linux systems, including kernel/system tuning and networking fundamentals.
Experience building and maintaining fully automated CI/CD pipelines.
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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 $139,500 and $258,100, 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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