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Join us, the team that serves as Apple's nerve center: Apple Information Systems and Technology group! We are looking for mid-career Software Engineers, who will work closely with other Software Engineers, Project & Product Managers, Product Designers, other internal & external partners as well as with Apple leadership. There are countless ways you can contribute here, from working on apple.com to software for digital & physical Apple Stores, from software for Apple Care to Apple-wide systems for identity, operations, recruiting, and people management, from software for Apple data centers to Apple-wide AI, ML and data processing systems.

When you join IS&T, you'll help design and manage systems, frameworks, and apps that countless Apple customers and employees rely on every day. Together, we'll explore all the ways to improve how Apple operates, freeing our employees to do what they do best, and crafting magical experiences for our customers.

Description

As a senior-level Data Platform Engineer, you will design, develop, test, document, improve, and maintain code mostly in Java and Python (and other languages as needed) that will help build world class Data platforms. You will partake in every aspect of your projects, from planning to design to implementation and future iterations, and you will be encouraged to play an extended role in designing solutions. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, pro-active and results-driven. Attention to detail, dedication to providing high-quality solutions modeling engineering excellence, and ability to work towards on-time delivery of projects are all crucial qualities needed to work at Apple. The ideal candidate will also possess excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with various internal and external partners

Preferred Qualifications

Proficiency in data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns (e.g. GoF), with a proven focus on implementing testable, maintainable, and extensible backend code.

Comfortable using CI/CD tools to build, test, deploy, and release containerized software applications on cloud-based Kubernetes (e.g. AWS EKS, GCP GKE, Azure AKS, etc.).

Experience working with Gen AI - building MCP server, Skills, CodAct, ReAct approaches.

Experience with distributed orchestration & computing systems (e.g. Airflow, Spark, Flink, etc.).

Knowledge of networking concepts & protocols (e.g. HTTP/HTTPS, CDN, edge computing, load balancing, OSI model, etc.).

Minimum Qualifications

5 years proven experience developing software in a professional capacity.

5 years proven experience implementing, and shipping high-scale, high-performance, highly available, fault-tolerant, and secure cloud-based distributed systems, including proficiency in API implementation (e.g. REST, RPC, GraphQL, etc.).

5 years in building large scale distributed systems in Java/Python or similar languages

Proficient in SQL

5 years conducting performance analysis and troubleshooting large scale distributed systems

5 years proven experience with Java or Python, including proficiency in concurrency, memory management, and performance optimization techniques.

B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional work 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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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.

About Apple

Working at Apple means doing more than you ever thought possible and having more impact than you ever imagined.

Size: 10,000+ employees
Industry: Technology

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