Compute Runtime Software Engineer

Apple Inc.; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 135,000 - 251,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Compute Runtime Software Engineer to enhance the reliability and performance of web services. This role involves tackling complex engineering challenges, driving innovative solutions, and mentoring fellow engineers. You will be part of a dynamic team that values creativity and collaboration, working on cutting-edge technologies in a fast-paced environment. With a focus on micro-services architectures and containerization, you will have the opportunity to make a significant impact on the organization. If you are passionate about technology and eager to contribute to meaningful projects, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products

Free services

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 5+ years in software design, focusing on infrastructure engineering.
• Expertise in micro-services architectures and containerization.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop high-performance, scalable systems.
• Mentor engineers and drive innovative ideas from inception to implementation.

Skills

C Programming

C++ Programming

Swift Programming

Go Programming

Linux System Programming

Micro-services Architectures

Containerization

Cloud Security

API Security

Troubleshooting Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Mesos

Libvirt

QEMU

KVM

Job description

Seattle, Washington, United States Software and Services

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Description

Do you enjoy working on reliability, scalability, resilience, security, and performance limits of web-services? You should be curious about how systems work and, more meaningfully, how they fail. A domain expert with expertise in multiple technical areas, used to designing major features and able to resolve highly complex issues creatively and effectively taking ownership of major features and technologies to demonstrate a significant impact within the organization. Approach complex issues with creativity, ready to take risks and course-correct effectively to produce an impact on the organization through broad implementation of new ideas. Drive ideas from inception to implementation establishing a reputation sought out throughout the organization for advice and consultation through setting standards, process and technical direction. Ready to actively mentor engineers at all levels.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, or equivalent related experience.
• At least 5+ years of software design and development experience in infrastructure engineering (compute, storage and network virtualization) with an emphasis on micro-services architectures and containerization.
• Advanced programming language proficiency in C, C++, Swift or Go, with a track record of designing and developing high performance, secured, scalable and reliable systems.
• Hands-on experience with some or all of the following topics: Linux containerization, Linux filesystems, Image distribution, Content storage, Kernel and container security.
• Love open source and collaboration.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Linux system programming.
• Development experience in one or more of: Cloud security, Container / Linux Kernel security and API security.
• Experience troubleshooting and diving into metrics to identify resource contention and bottlenecks.
• Experience designing benchmarks and load tests to characterize performance and establish scalability models.
• Development experience with container orchestration systems such as Docker, Kubernetes or Mesos is a plus.
• Development experience in combination of virtualization and container technologies to build a cloud native hypervisor (KubeVirt, Kata, Firecracker, macOS Virtualization Framework) is a plus.
• Systems programming experience on Darwin with Swift is a plus.
• Programming Linux system virtualization based on Libvirt, QEMU, KVM Understanding of various shared networked storage solutions (iSCSI, NFS, cluster file systems) is a plus.

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 $135,400 and $250,600, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.