Software Engineer

Apple; Seattle (WA); On-site; USD 142,300 - 263,300; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Seattle, Washington is seeking a Software Development Engineer to work on our internal device cloud, supporting Apple hardware, software and services.

You will join a high-performing software development team building lifecycle management software to support Apple silicon servers in our device cloud, which is at the core of the Private Cloud Compute (PCC) empowering Apple Intelligence. You will collaborate across Apple teams on OS-level features, from concept to deployment, and

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in an engineering‑related field (or equivalent industry experience).
• Preferably two years of industry experience in building production-grade backend systems at scale.
• Familiarity with a backend programming language like Go, C, C++, Rust, or Swift (for servers).
• Programming, Networking (HTTP, TCP, DNS, TLS), Distributed System Design
• Resourcefulness: Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and debugging skills
• End-to-end ownership: management of projects from low‑level technical design up to the interface and user experience

Skills

Backend development

Programming

Networking (HTTP, TCP, DNS, TLS)

Distributed systems

End-to-end ownership

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in an engineering‑related field (or equivalent industry experience)

Job description

Seattle, Washington, United States Software and Services

Apple is looking for a Software Development Engineer to work on its internal device cloud, supporting all of Apple’s hardware, software & services. Your work will help Apple ship entirely new products and features as well as providing critical infrastructure to ensure existing ones continue to meet a high standard.

Description

You will join a high-performing software development team within the Services engineering organization building lifecycle management software to support Apple silicon servers in our device cloud, which is at the core of the Private Cloud Compute (PCC) empowering Apple Intelligence. The engineers on our team possess a broad variety of expertise ranging from low-level system debugging that involves serial, RPC and networking subsystems, to high-level system design and nuanced understanding of end-user experience. This broad and ambitious role will allow you to work with all of Apple silicon server hardware from the earliest phases of prototypes all the way through to their launch date and beyond. You will have exposure to the latest server software features at the OS level from their initial concepts to integrating our lifecycle management software with features in the operating system. You will get to collaborate with teams across many engineering organizations at Apple in this role with broad cross‑functional exposure.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in an engineering‑related field (or equivalent industry experience)
• Preferably two years of industry experience in building production grade backend systems in large scale.
• Languages: Familiarity with a programming language well suited to backend programming; like Golang, C, C++, Rust, or Swift (for Servers)
• Programming, Networking (HTTP, TCP, DNS, TLS), Distributed System Design
• Resourcefulness: Excellent analytical, problem‑solving, and debugging skills
• End‑to‑end ownership: management of projects from low‑level technical design up to the interface and user experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge: Strong foundation in a few of Operating System Fundamentals, Systems Programming, Networking (HTTP, TCP, DNS, TLS), Distributed System Design

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 $142,300 and $263,300, 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.

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.

Accessibility

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