February 15, 2025

Sr. Software Engineer - Backend (Developer Publications)

Senior • On-site

$166,600 - $296,300/yr

San Diego, CA

Summary

Posted:
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200591638
The Developer Publications Platform Engineering team is responsible for creating world-class developer tools and framework-level support for the documentation workflows in Xcode, Swift Playgrounds, and Appleʼs developer website. We are looking for a software engineer with experience in backend software engineering to help scale and improve our existing technology, while also innovate on new products, infrastructure, and tooling. The ideal candidate is experienced in backend technologies, databases, API design, and architecting of reliable systems. As a member of the team, you will work alongside a small, geographically distributed but impactful team, enable cross functional collaboration with other departments at Apple, mentor other engineers, and contribute to architecture discussions, code reviews, and proposals. We value candidates from all experiences and backgrounds; donʼt hesitate to apply if you donʼt meet all the key qualifications below.

Description

This is your opportunity to join a highly motivated team who value collaboration and is committed to building reliable backend systems. We are passionate about the products we build and are dedicated to delivering high-performance software that exceeds our customersʼ expectations. In this role, you will: - Collaborate closely with software developers, designers, technical writers and program managers to define and scope backend infrastructure needs - Model great software engineering practices by producing well tested, performant and reliable code to the multiple systems we maintain - Write detailed architecture and design proposals - Participate in the team culture and engage in code review, pair programming and architecture discussions with other members of the team - Work cross functionally with other teams across Apple, to ensure our tools and systems integrate seamlessly - Constantly seek areas of improvement

Minimum Qualifications

  • Excellent understanding of the software development lifecycle
  • Experience shipping high quality, performant and reliable products and features
  • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams, understand needs, and define test strategies
  • Excellent communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills
  • BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering (or equivalent experience)

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proficient in Ruby, Rails, Cassandra, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, and similar technologies
  • Experience with test-driven development, continuous integration and delivery
  • Ability to discuss technical tradeoffs across the stack, including: system architecture, database design, API design, and
  • infrastructure
  • Knowledge of and familiarity with developing in Apple’s ecosystem, including the Unix platform, Xcode, and macOS
  • Experience in Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD pipelines and deployments

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 $166,600 and $296,300, 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 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.