Backend Software Engineer (Golang)

Apple, Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is seeking a technically savvy software engineer to join the Satellite Connectivity Group in San Diego. You will work autonomously in a small foundational team and collaborate with cross-functional partners to shape software for satellite connectivity supporting iPhone and Watch Ultra when off grid.

The role emphasizes expertise in core CS concepts, scalable cloud services, and a versatile programming toolkit (Go, Java, Python).

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in CS or CE or relatedEngineering field.
• 3+ years of software engineering experience.

Responsibilities

• Work autonomously in a small foundational team in a rapidly changing environment.
• Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to shape software.
• Design, implement, and support highly scalable cloud services from the ground up.
• Bring strong interpersonal skills to navigate ambiguity and drive project momentum.

Skills

Go

Java

Python

Distributed systems

Networking

Concurrent programming

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS or CE

Masters degree in CS or CE (preferred)

Job description

At Apple, we strive every single day to craft products that enrich people’s lives. Our successes are the result of skilled domain experts working in an environment which encourages creativity, collaboration, and re-thinking of old problems in new ways! As a member of the Satellite Connectivity Group, you will work on the satellite network that enables connectivity to iPhone and Watch Ultra when off the grid without cellular or Wi‑Fi coverage. Every day, Apple customers use Emergency SOS, Roadside assistance, and Messages via satellite to stay connected when they have no other means to communicate. You will have the unique and rewarding opportunity to shape this and other critical services, to the benefit and safety of millions of Apple device users.

Description

Our team is looking for a technically savvy computer science professional who is able to work autonomously in a small, foundational team in an ambiguous rapidly changing environment. You should have the strong interpersonal and communication skills to collaborate effectively with other cross-functional teams and the other members of this team! We rely on your technical expertise and experience to help and shape our software and define the work.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (CS or CE)
• 3 years of experience in software engineering.

Preferred Qualifications

• You have deep understanding of core CS – including algorithms & data structures, operating systems, distributed systems, networking, and concurrent programming.
• You have experience and insight into designing, implementing, and supporting highly scalable cloud services from the ground up.
• You are a versatile programmer in Go, Java, Python.
• You are comfortable in working in a dynamic, fast-growing team environment.
• You can thrive in small team environment with minimal documentation and process.
• You have phenomenal aptitude to deal with ambiguity, and enthusiasm to help tackle difficult issues.
• You will be collaborating across many participating teams, so good interpersonal skills, will help you success in this role.
• DevOps experience is nice to have.
• Masters Degree in CS or CE is preferred