February 20, 2025

Distributed Systems Engineer - Instructional Products

Mid • On-site

$135,400 - $250,600/yr

Seattle, WA

Summary

Posted:
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200591871
Join a great team responsible for delivering instructional content for iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, through Siri, and on the web! Our team has created and maintains an evolving, cutting edge, cloud-based content development, management and delivery system platform that powers contextual help, Tips, Apple Intelligence features, and comprehensive user guides for all Apple's hardware and software products.

Description

We are seeking a Distributed Systems Engineer with expertise in search and a working knowledge of machine learning concepts and systems. Your role will primarily involve developing backend services and creating data and inference pipelines. This position is ideal for those passionate about enhancing search features using advanced machine learning methods.

Minimum Qualifications

  • Proficient with various programming languages such as Go, Python, Typescript, Java
  • Expertise working with database technologies such as Mongo, Redis, S3
  • Expert knowledge of API design and interface technologies (JSON, ProtoBuf, REST,
  • RPC, XML, etc)
  • Strong coding skills and solid understanding of algorithms and data structures

Preferred Qualifications

  • Experience with AWS Services such as Amazon S3, EC2, EKS / Kubernetes
  • Experience with event-based messaging systems such as Kafka
  • Experience in Machine learning and/or Natural Language Processing
  • Experience of prompt engineering, fine-tuning, evaluating, and developing data collection/annotation/management tooling for LLMs
  • Ability to design, perform experiments, and influence engineering direction and product roadmap
  • Solid understanding of the software development process, including unit testing and release management

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 $135,400 and $250,600, 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.