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Apple · 11 hours ago

iCloud SW Backend Engineer -ASE

positionCupertino, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$181K/yr - $318K/yr
date8+ years exp

Apple is seeking a technical leader to join their iMessage Server team, focusing on building foundational services that handle phone number identity for secure communication. The role involves providing technical leadership, collaborating with various teams, and mentoring other engineers to enhance the technical capabilities of the team.

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Responsibilities

Provide deep technical leadership and influence
Navigate ambiguity and lead complex, multi-functional initiatives from conception to production
Collaborate with client engineering, security, and business teams to align technical strategy with customer needs and business objectives
Mentor other senior engineers, elevating the technical capabilities of the entire team

Qualification

Distributed systemsServer-to-server protocolsJava programmingAPI designTelecommunication standardsProblem-solving skillsInterpersonal skillsMentorship experience

Required

8+ years of proven experience designing, building, and operating large-scale, highly available distributed systems
Deep understanding of server-to-server protocols, modern API design, and security best practices
Experience with telecommunication standards and protocols such as SMS, RCS, or similar carrier technologies
Proven experience leading complex, cross-functional projects from initial concept and specification to successful deployment
Proficiency in Java, with strong object-oriented design and programming skills
Strong problem-solving, debugging, and interpersonal skills, combined with a sense of ownership and a collaborative spirit

Preferred

10+ years of proven experience designing, building, and operating large-scale, highly available distributed systems
Leadership and/ or mentorship experience

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

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Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
dateFounded in 1976
location
Cupertino, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
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H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$5.67B
Key Investors
Berkshire HathawayMicrosoftSequoia Capital
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Tim Cook
CEO
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Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering

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