Senior Software Engineer - Maps Services Evaluation

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

Job summary

An innovative firm is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their Maps Evaluation team. This role offers the chance to develop cutting-edge evaluation techniques and tools that impact millions of users globally. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in software development, particularly with Java or Python, and a strong background in machine learning systems. This position not only promises a dynamic work environment but also provides opportunities for professional growth and participation in employee stock programs. If you're passionate about making a difference through technology, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products

Free services

Tuition reimbursement

Discretionary bonuses

Employee stock programs

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development experience with Java or Python.
• Strong software design skills and experience in search systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop tools and automation for Maps Evaluation.
• Collaborate with machine learning engineers and statisticians.

Skills

Java

Python

SQL

Machine Learning

Software Design

Tools

Snowflake

GenAI models

Job description

Senior Software Engineer - Maps Services Evaluation

**Cupertino, California, United States**

**Software and Services**

**Summary**

Posted: **May 07, 2025**

Weekly Hours: **40**

Role Number: **200603392**

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something!

We at Maps Evaluation Engineering team are seeking a senior software engineer to help develop the next generation of Maps Evaluation techniques, tools and platforms. The engineering position is a role suited for candidates who enjoy approaching a variety of problems with small teams to make an outsized impact on Apple products. The ideal candidate will have experience building and testing large scale software, with focus on machine learning systems.

**Description**

As a developer on the Maps Evaluation team, you have the opportunity to build various tools and automation supporting many different services teams, verify, and seek a wide variety of algorithms. You will work with machine learning engineers, developers, statisticians and other evaluation engineers to improve a core product that touches millions of users worldwide every single day.

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ 5+ years of software development experience with at least one major language such as Java or Python

+ 2+ years of experience with data-querying languages such as SQL

+ 3+ years of experience in designing or evaluating search or recommendation systems

+ Strong software design skillset and ability to contribute to design and architecture discussions

+ Hands on experience of authoring, selecting and prioritizing tests for the systems they build

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Familiarity with Snowflake or similar data storage & querying system

+ Some experience of using GenAI models or APIs, like OpenAI, Llama, etc. in production is a plus

**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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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