Web Services Engineer - Localisation & Release Engineering

Apple; Cork; On-site; EUR 45,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is looking for a passionate Software Engineer for its Localization Automation team in Cork, Ireland. In this role, you will design and maintain scalable back-end web services to enhance localization systems for Apple's products. The ideal candidate holds a degree in Computer Science and has experience with Ruby on Rails or Django. Additional skills in Machine Learning and interest in global markets are valued. You'll collaborate with engineering teams to innovate and solve integration challenges.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience with back-end frameworks such as Ruby on Rails or Django.
• Interest in localization, internationalisation, and translation workflows.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable back-end web services.
• Improve and evolve localization automation tools and workflows.
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering teams to support new features.

Skills

Back-end frameworks (Ruby on Rails or Django)

Machine Learning

Interest in localization and global markets

Proficiency in Python and/or Ruby

Strong problem-solving skills

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science

Job description

Summary

The Localization Automation team builds the tools and technologies that enable Apple to localize and deliver products such as iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Mac, Vision Pro, and more to customers around the world. We’re looking for a passionate and driven Software Engineer to help evolve Apple’s localization systems and processes at scale.

Description

You’ll thrive in a fast-paced, highly collaborative environment where quality, precision, and scalability matter. This role requires a strong technical foundation, excellent problem-solving skills, and a genuine interest in building robust systems that support global software delivery. You’ll collaborate closely with engineers across Apple to support new features, improve automation, and solve complex integration challenges. Attention to detail, strong ownership, and the ability to balance multiple priorities are key to success.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and maintain scalable back-end web services
• Improve and evolve localization automation tools and workflows
• Partner cross-functionally with engineering teams to support new software features
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex system and integration issues
• Contribute to architecture decisions and long-term technical strategy

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience with back-end frameworks such as Ruby on Rails or Django
• Interest in localization, internationalisation, translation workflows, and global markets
• Experience with Machine Learning, with an emphasis on Large Language Models (LLMs)

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience using generative AI tools to support software development
• Proficiency in Python and/or Ruby
• Native-level proficiency in one or more foreign languages
• A proven track record of shipping high-quality products at scale