Senior Software Engineer, AI & Data Platforms (AiDP)

Apple Inc.; Sunnyvale, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 278,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock programs

Relocation assistance

Comprehensive medical and dental cover

Retirement benefits

Education reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Sunnyvale, CA, seeks a Senior Software Engineer for AI & Data Platforms (AiDP) to design and build cloud-based data services powering Apple’s AI initiatives and essential business use cases.

You will collaborate with database engineers to develop scalable microservices and APIs, apply Python or Go, and run on cloud platforms such as AWS or GCP, while embracing scalable architectures and high-quality software practices.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience with Python/Go

Responsibilities

• Cloud solutions: Design, build, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure and data engineering services
• Develop services: Design and implement micro services and APIs, from system design through production deployment and operations
• Collaboration: Collaborate with a team of database engineers and architects to develop the services

Skills

Python

Go

REST or gRPC API development

Cloud platforms (AWS, GCP)

Database experience (MongoDB, Postgre

Kubernetes

Docker

Education

Bachelor's or Master's in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Kubernetes

Docker

AWS

GCP

MongoDB

PostgreSQL

Job description

Senior Software Engineer, AI & Data Platforms (AiDP)

Sunnyvale, California, United States Machine Learning and AI

The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that encourages the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry‑leading environmental efforts. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.The most important story about any Apple application is data. As a Software Engineer of AiDP data services team, you will work on building database managed services and data streaming platform that power some of Apple’s most critical business use cases. You will collaborate with exceptional database engineering teams and internal stakeholders in building these solutions.AI & Data Platforms (AiDP) is IS&T's engine for AI‑powered innovation. The team brings together data, application development, and machine learning — including generative AI — along with data services and customer success functions, to help IS&T build solutions more efficiently and streamline the adoption and embedding of generative AI across Apple.

Description

We are looking for a passionate software engineer with experience in building cloud based data engineering solutions. We expect the candidate to influence platform tools, APIs and architecture. This role requires strong collaboration with internal teams to deliver a best in class product in a dynamic environment.

Responsibilities

• Cloud solutions: Design, build, and maintain scalable cloud infrastructure and data engineering services
• Develop services: Design and implement micro services and APIs, from system design through production deployment and operations
• Collaboration: Collaborate with a team of database engineers and architects to develop the services

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ years of software development experience with Python/Go
• Hands on experience with cloud platforms like AWS, GCP or AliCloud
• Experience with databases such as MongoDB or PostgreSQL in production environments
• Experience with Kubernetes, Docker, and containerization
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related work experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with REST or gRPC API development
• Knowledge in multi‑threading, concurrency and parallelism
• Able to quickly learn and adapt to new technologies
• Excellent communication skills and proven ability to work in a cross‑functional environment

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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
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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

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