DevOps Build and Tools Engineer - Special Projects

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 147,400 - 272,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock programs

Educational reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a DevOps Build and Tools Engineer for their Special Projects team in Cupertino, California. The role focuses on automating and improving the software development lifecycle, collaborating with engineering teams to enhance productivity and build processes.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in DevOps with over 3 years of experience, proficient in scripting and familiar with CI tools like Jenkins. The position offers a generous salary range and comprehensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills.
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python and Bash.
• Experience with developing/deploying AI agents.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain tools to help engineering teams improve productivity.
• Develop and improve on CI build pipeline.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Skills

Debugging and problem solving

Verbal and written communication

Scripting languages (Python, Bash)

Build Engineering

DevOps principles

Software automation

Education

B.S./M.S. in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Jenkins

Git

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

DevOps Build and Tools Engineer - Special Projects

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Apple's Special Projects team is looking for a DevOps Build and Tools Engineer. We are passionate about continuously improving the way we enable the software development lifecycle. The successful candidate will enjoy using technology to automate and improve in a meaningful and dynamic environment.

Description

• Develop and maintain tools to help the engineering teams improve productivity.
• Develop and improve on our CI build pipeline.
• Collaborate with cross functional teams to improve the development and release process.

Minimum Qualifications

• Strong debugging and problem solving skills
• Clear and concise verbal and written communication skills
• Proficient in scripting languages such as Python and Bash
• Passionate about Build Engineering, DevOps principles, and software automation
• Experience with developing/deploying AI agents and creating/leveraging Generative AI developer tooling
• B.S./M.S. in Computer Science, or equivalent degree

Preferred Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience in DevOps or Build Engineering
• Familiar with the software development lifecycle and the software release process
• Experience with a continuous integration platform such as Jenkins
• Experience with SCM tools, such as Git
• Familiar with container technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Proficient in one modern web backend stack (e.g., FastAPI, NodeJS, Go)
• Experience with Xcode and creating applications for iOS, macOS and other Apple platforms 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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.

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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant