Senior Software Engineer - Backend, Developer Publications

Apple; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 309,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple, Inc. is seeking a Senior Software Engineer - Backend for the Developer Publications team in San Diego. The role focuses on scaling and improving backend systems that power documentation workflows for Xcode and Apple’s developer website.

You will design, implement, and evolve services, databases, APIs, and tooling while mentoring peers and participating in architecture discussions. The ideal candidate has strong backend experience across databases, API design, and reliable systems, and

Qualifications

• 7-10+ years of experience in software development lifecycle
• Excellent understanding of the software development lifecycle
• Experience shipping high quality, performant and reliable products and features
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, understand needs, and define test strategies
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with software developers, designers, technical writers and program managers to define and scope backend infrastructure that underpins core documentation workflows
• Model software engineering practices by producing well tested, performant, and reliable code for multiple systems
• Write detailed architecture and design proposals
• Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and architecture discussions
• Work cross-functionally with teams across Apple to ensure tools and systems integrate seamlessly
• Continuously seek areas of improvement

Skills

Swift

Java

Vapor

RESTful APIs

PostgreSQL

Docker

Kubernetes

Test-driven development

Tools

Docker

Kubernetes

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - Backend, Developer Publications

San Diego, California, United States Software and Services

The Developer Publications Content Engineering team is responsible for creating world‑class developer tools and framework‑level support for the documentation workflows in Xcode and Apple’s developer website. We are looking for a senior software engineer with experience in backend software engineering to help scale and improve our existing technology, while also innovating on new products, infrastructure, and tooling. The ideal candidate is experienced in backend technologies, databases, API design, and architecting reliable systems. As a member of the team, you will work alongside a small, geographically distributed, impactful team that works closely with other departments at Apple. You will help mentor your fellow engineers, and contribute to architecture discussions, code reviews, and proposals. We value candidates from all experiences and backgrounds; don’t hesitate to apply if you don’t meet all the key qualifications below.

Description

This is your opportunity to join a highly motivated team that values collaboration and is committed to building reliable backend systems. We are passionate about the products we build and are dedicated to delivering high-performance software that exceeds our customers’ expectations. In this role, you will:

• Collaborate closely with software developers, designers, technical writers and program managers to define and scope backend infrastructure that underpins core documentation workflows
• Model great software engineering practices by producing well tested, performant, and reliable code to the multiple systems we maintain
• Write detailed architecture and design proposals
• Participate in the team culture and engage in code review, pair programming, and architecture discussions with other members of the team
• Work cross functionally with teams across Apple, to ensure our tools and systems integrate seamlessly
• Constantly seek areas of improvement

Minimum Qualifications

• Years of experience: 7 - 10+
• Excellent understanding of the software development lifecycle
• Experience shipping high quality, performant and reliable products and features
• Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, understand needs, and define test strategies
• Excellent communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in Swift, Java, Vapor, RESTful APIs, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, and similar technologies
• Experience with test-driven development, continuous integration and delivery
• Ability to discuss technical tradeoffs across the stack, including: system architecture, database design, API design, and infrastructure
• Knowledge of and familiarity with developing in Apple’s ecosystem, including Xcode, macOS, and Linux
• Experience in Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD pipelines and deployments

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 $175,000 and $308,500, 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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