Apple · 4 months ago
Software Engineer - Backend Systems
San Diego, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$140K/yr - $258K/yrApple is seeking a Software Engineer - Backend Systems to join the Insights & Release Technologies team, which focuses on developing productivity products and optimizing engineering workflows. The role involves designing and building high-performance applications and mentoring other engineers to enhance software engineering productivity.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Designing, developing, and maintaining sophisticated, high-performance applications
Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, including HI designers, project managers, and engineers, to define and deliver world-class features
Leading architectural and design discussions, ensuring our solutions are robust, scalable, and forward-thinking
Writing clean, elegant, and well-tested code that sets the standard for quality on the team
Mentoring and guiding other engineers, fostering a culture of technical excellence, continuous improvement and providing constructive feedback in code reviews
Taking ownership of the full development lifecycle, from initial concept and prototyping through to testing, release, and post-launch support
Qualification
Required
Technologies: Swift on Server, Temporal, Ruby, Go or equivalent
Knowledge: problem solving, architecture, debugging, and testing
User-focused: passion for quality, attention to details, and delivering outstanding user experiences
Collaboration: excellent communication skills and genuine interest to mentor others and collaborate with teams across a wide range of technology and disciplines
BS, MS in Computer Science or equivalent experience
Preferred
Experience with databases (relational and NoSQL databases like Cassandra)
Knowledge of containerization, orchestration technologies, networking and security
Experience with server side development and systems programming
Experience leading the technical development of larger features and collaborating across organizational boundaries
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
Founded in 1976
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.67BKey Investors
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2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Tim Cook
CEO
Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering
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