Software Engineer, Information Systems & Technology

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 215,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Software Engineer to join their dynamic Information Systems and Technology team. In this role, you'll develop and maintain essential software systems that enhance operations and customer experiences. You'll work with a talented group of engineers and product managers, contributing to innovative projects that shape the future of technology. If you're driven, detail-oriented, and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity offers a collaborative environment where your skills will be valued and your career can flourish.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Tuition reimbursement

Discounted products

Free services

Discretionary bonuses

Qualifications

• 2+ years experience in software development, particularly in Java.
• Experience with cloud-based systems and API implementation is essential.

Responsibilities

• Develop, test, document, and maintain code primarily in Java.
• Collaborate with teams to design and implement high-quality software solutions.

Skills

Java

API implementation

Cloud-based distributed systems

OOP principles

Data structures

Software design patterns

Communication skills

Collaboration skills

Education

B.S. in Computer Science

Equivalent professional work experience

Tools

CI/CD tools

Kubernetes

Postgres

MySQL

Cassandra

MongoDB

JUnit

Mockito

Job description

Software Engineer, Information Systems & Technology

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Mar 31, 2025

Role Number: 200597013

Join us, the team that serves as Apple’s nerve center: Apple Information Systems and Technology group! We are looking for Java Software Engineers, who will work closely with other Software Engineers, Project & Product Managers, Product Designers, and other internal & external partners. There are countless ways you can contribute here, from working on apple.com to software for digital & physical Apple Stores, from software for Apple Care to Apple-wide systems for identity, operations, recruiting, and people management, from software for Apple data centers to Apple-wide data processing & AI/ML systems. When you join IS&T, you’ll help design and manage systems, frameworks, and apps that countless Apple customers and employees rely on every day. Together, we’ll explore all the ways to improve how Apple operates, freeing our employees to do what they do best, and crafting magical experiences for our customers.

Description

As a Software Engineer, you will develop, test, document, improve, and maintain code mostly in Java (and other languages as needed). You will partake in every aspect of your projects, from planning to design to implementation and future iterations. The ideal candidate is self-motivated, pro-active and results-driven. Attention to detail, dedication to providing high-quality solutions modeling engineering excellence, and ability to work towards on-time delivery of projects are all crucial qualities needed to work at Apple as a Software Engineer. The ideal candidate will also possess excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with various members of their immediate and extended team.

Minimum Qualifications

1. B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional work experience.
2. 2+ years proven experience developing software in a professional capacity.
3. 1+ years proven experience implementing cloud-based distributed systems, including familiarity with API implementation (e.g. REST, RPC, GraphQL, etc.).
4. 1+ years proven experience using relational (e.g. Postgres, MySQL, etc.) and NoSQL (e.g. Cassandra, MongoDB, etc.) databases.
5. 1+ years proven experience with Java.
6. Familiarity with OOP principles, data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns (e.g. GoF), with a focus on implementing testable, maintainable, and extensible backend code.

Preferred Qualifications

1. Exposure to using CI/CD tools to build, test, deploy, and release containerized software applications on cloud-based Kubernetes (e.g. AWS EKS, GCP GKE, Azure AKS, etc.).
2. Familiarity with Java web (e.g. ServiceTalk, Spring, Dropwizard, Quarkus, Micronaut, etc.) and unit testing frameworks (e.g. JUnit, Mockito, etc.).
3. Familiarity with tooling languages (e.g. Go, Python, Ruby, etc.) and distributed orchestration & computing systems (e.g. Airflow, Spark, Flink, etc.).
4. Basic understanding of JVM internals (e.g. garbage collection, memory allocation, JIT, JNI, etc.).
5. Basic knowledge of networking concepts & protocols (e.g. HTTP/HTTPS, CDN, edge computing, load balancing, OSI model, etc.).

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 $143,100 and $214,500, 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 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.