Software Engineer — CloudKit Client

Apple Inc.; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a Software Engineer to join their iCloud services team in San Francisco. This role involves building secure and private cloud systems, requiring expertise in Objective-C and Swift, as well as system-level programming. Candidates should possess a passion for developing complex systems that ensure reliability and performance across Apple platforms. The position offers competitive salaries and robust employee benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Discretionary bonuses or commission payments

Qualifications

• 3+ years of software engineering experience required.
• Strong programming skills in Objective-C and/or Swift.
• Experience building system-level frameworks and APIs.

Responsibilities

• Work with adopters to craft clear APIs.
• Implement core components of cryptographic protection of cloud data.
• Collaborate with teams to design scalable features and protocols.

Skills

Objective-C

Swift

System-level frameworks

Event-based programming

Inter-process communication

Education

Bachelor's Degree in engineering-related field

Job description

San Francisco, California, United States Software and Services

Description

We work on the client-side of iCloud services, building the foundations for a secure and private cloud from device to device encrypted storage in the cloud to protected computation. Apple’s commitment to privacy runs deep and this team is key to extending this commitment to the cloud.This position will involve close collaboration with the CloudKit team, several teams working on server components as well as Apple’s Cryptography and Privacy teams. This job entails both low-level (C/Objective C, libdispatch, POSIX APIs) and system-level skills (synchronization protocols, framework design, IPCs, multi-process performance work, system-wide resource sharing.) Reliability is essential, and we’re looking for engineers with a real passion for building complex systems that will seamlessly recover in the event of errors.In this role, you will:• Work with adopters to craft clear APIs• Work with the network and file system stacks to build performant daemons• Work with our server counterparts to design scalable features and protocols• Implement core components of the cryptographic protection of cloud data

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of software engineering experience with strong programming skills in Objective-C and/or Swift
• Experience building on Apple Platforms (macOS, iOS, watchOS, tvOS, etc.)
• Experience in building system-level frameworks and APIs
• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering-related field or equivalent related experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in Swift concurrency
• Ability to build relationships with diverse groups of people
• Experience with Event-based programming or inter-process communication is a plus
• Proven track record of working on rapid development cycles and shipping software on tight schedules

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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 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 .