Platform Software Engineer: Cloud APIs & Java Backend

Apple, Inc.; Texas; On-site; USD 130,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple, Inc. is seeking a Platform Software Engineer to join GSE, IS&T’s technology partner for Apple’s G&A functions. You will build, test, document, and maintain code primarily in Java, with Kotlin and frontend work as needed, across planning to delivery cycles in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role demands strong communication and a results-driven mindset to deliver high-quality backend platform solutions at global scale.

Qualifications

• B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional work experience.
• 3 years proven experience developing software in a professional capacity.
• 3 years proven experience implementing cloud-based distributed systems, including familiarity with API implementation (e.g. REST, RPC, GraphQL, etc).
• 3 years proven experience using relational and NoSQL databases.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, document, improve, and maintain code mostly in Java (and other languages as needed).
• Participate in every project phase from planning to delivery and iteration.
• Collaborate with team members across functions to deliver scalable backend platforms.

Skills

Cloud systems

API design (REST/GraphQL)

Frontend stack (React/Next.js)

OOP principles

Java

Kotlin

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Java

Kotlin

React/Next.js

PostgreSQL/MySQL

MongoDB

gRPC/REST

Job description

Apple, Inc. is seeking a Platform Software Engineer to join GSE, IS&T’s technology partner for Apple’s G&A functions. You will build, test, document, and maintain code primarily in Java, with Kotlin and frontend work as needed, across planning to delivery cycles in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.

The role demands strong communication and a results-driven mindset to deliver high-quality backend platform solutions at global scale.