Senior Software Engineer - Distributed Systems (ASE)

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 175,000 - 313,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a world-class engineer to join their innovative team in building the next generation of cloud platforms. This role offers the chance to work on foundational systems that support renowned services like iCloud and Siri. You will be responsible for implementing cutting-edge technologies such as Terraform and Kubernetes while collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive enhancements. This position promises a dynamic environment where your contributions will have a significant impact on the evolution of cloud computing. If you are passionate about creating resilient systems and thrive in a challenging setting, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Discounted products

Free services

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building enterprise platforms for cloud resources.
• Experience with modern programming languages like Go, Swift, or Python.
• Strong skills in writing reliable code and maintaining documentation.

Responsibilities

• Lead development of the next-gen cloud platform for Apple's services.
• Collaborate with teams to enhance features and drive cloud management.
• Deliver engineering solutions for high-performance distributed systems.

Skills

Go programming language

Swift

TypeScript

Python

cloud management

writing high-quality code

unit and integration testing

Education

BS in Computer Science

MS in Computer Science

PhD in Computer Science

Tools

Terraform

Pulumi

Kubernetes

Spinnaker

Job description

Summary: Come help us build the next generation cloud platform to support internal and public-facing services across Apple. In Apple Services Engineering (ASE), we build and run systems that form the foundation for some of Apple’s most exciting services, including iCloud, Siri, iTunes, and more. In this role, you will have the unique opportunity to own and deliver key components in a new platform that will power Apple’s growing suite of infrastructure and customer-facing services. We are looking for a world-class engineer to help accelerate the way Apple developers build and operate services. This may include everything from implementing Terraform or Pulumi providers, working on code generation systems, designing reference architectures in code, or building and operating user-facing backend services. Collaboration with engineering teams and internal stakeholders is essential, as is influencing platform tools, APIs, and architecture.

Description

Our team leads the development of the next-generation cloud platform for Apple’s renowned services. Join us and play a pivotal role in building the foundational systems for services such as iCloud, Siri, and iTunes. In this role, you’ll take on the intricacies of hybrid cloud management using technologies like Terraform, Pulumi, Kubernetes, and Spinnaker. Collaborate closely with internal teams to grasp their needs and workflows, driving the evolution of features and enhancements. From conceptualization to execution, you’ll deliver engineering solutions that push the boundaries of cloud computing. You’ll assume ownership of critical facets of our infrastructure, maintaining an exceptional standard to ensure optimal development. Your expertise in integrating open source tools with Apple’s ecosystem will be instrumental in delivering robust, end-to-end solutions. If you’re driven by the prospect of crafting resilient, high-performance distributed systems and thrive in a challenging environment, this is an excellent opportunity to make a profound impact on the biggest scale.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in building enterprise platforms facilitating large-scale management of dynamic cloud resources.
• 5+ years of extensive professional experience with the Go programming language.
• 5+ years of experience with at least one other modern programming language - Swift, TypeScript or Python.
• 5+ years of writing high-quality, reliable code, including unit and integration tests, and maintaining clear and concise documentation.
• BS, MS or PhD in Computer Science, or equivalent experience.

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Terraform or Pulumi.
• In-depth understanding of infrastructure provisioning, cloud security, and cost management in public cloud environments (e.g., AWS, GCP or Azure).
• Understanding and practical experience with HTTP, DNS, RPC frameworks, databases, and operating systems.
• Experience in designing, implementing, and managing systems that provide self-service and self-healing capabilities.
• Familiarity with or willingness to learn other modern programming languages.

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

Pay & Benefits

• 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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.