Software Engineer - Build Engineering

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

Job summary

Apple is seeking a Software Engineer for Build Engineering to enhance developer productivity through comprehensive tooling and workflows. The role involves collaborating across teams to deliver high-quality software at scale, with a focus on deep learning technologies. Ideal candidates will have significant experience in software development, particularly with build tools and CI processes, and a strong understanding of C-based languages.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock options

Qualifications

• 5+ years of software development, build/test, and CI infrastructure experience.
• Experience in C-based languages and Swift.
• Familiarity with Jenkins or similar tools.

Responsibilities

• Architect and develop software build and test workflows.
• Partner with teams to enhance developer productivity.
• Automate the software release process.

Skills

Software Development Process

C-based languages

Project-level build tools

Communication Skills

Detail Orientation

Education

Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science

Tools

Jenkins

Bazel

CMake

Ninja

Job description

Software Engineer - Build Engineering

**Sunnyvale, California, United States**

**Machine Learning and AI**

**Summary**

Posted: **May 29, 2025**

Role Number: **200606842**

We live in a mobile and device-driven world where Deep Learning technology enables a new class of applications. Are you passionate about enabling unique user experiences on Apple products, such as Apple Vision Pro, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch and the Mac? Imagine the countless possibilities powered by Artificial Intelligence!

In our Apple Neural Engine software team, we are dedicated to providing hardware acceleration using the Apple Neural Engine to enable real time, low power and high performance execution of Deep Learning workloads. Our success is the result of very multi-faceted people working in an environment which cultivates creativity, partnership and cross-functional collaboration. These elements come together to make Apple an amazing environment for motivated people to do the greatest work of their lives!

Will you help us design the next generation of revolutionary Apple Products?

**Description**

We develop a multi-faceted software stack spanning compilers, low level firmware, kernel drivers, and system frameworks across Apple’s product line, from presilicon development to production. A robust ecosystem of build and test tooling and infrastructure is essential to the team delivering quality software at scale.

In this role, you will be empowered to:
- Architect and develop a comprehensive build and test workflow, from at-desk development to release into production software builds
- Partner with our development, quality, and test infrastructure teams to engineer comprehensive solutions that enhance developer productivity
- Establish processes and automation for rigorous software release into Apple’s software integration pipeline

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ 5+ years of software development, build/test and CI infrastructure experience

+ Excellent software development process skills

+ Demonstrated experience with project-level build tools, such as Bazel, Buck2, CMake, Make, and/or Ninja for large scale software

+ Experience in building projects in C-based languages and Swift

+ Experience with Jenkins or similar tools

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Experience working on a project that has a build, test and release process integrating at least 25 components

+ Breadth of knowledge on a variety of techniques and tools in the areas of build, test, deploy, and release

+ Have created and managed software package dependencies (such as: deb, dmg, pip)

+ Familiar with artifact management solutions (e.g. Artifactory, package mirrors, etc.)

+ Deep understanding of build dependencies at various levels (e.g. header dependencies, linking dependencies, tools dependencies, package dependencies, etc.)

+ Ability to script in Python, Bash or similar scripting language

+ Familiarity with iOS and macOS development and debugging tools

+ Experience with embedded systems software

+ Experience with LLVM and/or Xcode

+ Experience developing in Swift

+ Coding experience in a C-based language (e.g. C, C++, Objective C, etc.)

+ Familiarity with container ecosystem (cluster schedulers, Kubernetes, docker, service registries, secrets management)

+ Familiar with Virtualization technologies (e.g. VMWare, KVM, etc.)

+ Excellent teamwork and communication skills

+ Strong verbal and written communication skills

+ Detail oriented, and ability to manage multiple tasks and self-prioritize

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

**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)

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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