Software Engineer - Apple, Inc.

Summary
Apple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work. Together we craft products and experiences people once couldn’t have imagined - and now can’t imagine living without. If you’re motivated by the idea of making a real impact, and joining a team where we pride ourselves in being one of the most diverse and inclusive companies in the world, a career with Apple might be your dream job The Apple Media Products Engineering team is one of the most dynamic examples of Apple’s long-held passion for combining art and technology. The team who powers the App Store, Apple TV, Apple Music, Apple Podcasts, and Apple Books while meeting Apple’s high expectations to deliver a huge variety of entertainment in over 35 languages to more than 150 countries. Our engineers build secure, end-to-end solutions. They develop the custom software used to process all the creative work, the tools that providers use to deliver that media, all the server-side systems, and the APIs for many Apple services. Thanks to Apple’s outstanding integration of hardware, software, and services, our engineers partner to get behind a single unified vision. Our vision always includes a deep dedication to strengthening Apple’s privacy policy, one of Apple’s core values. Although services are a bigger part of Apple’s business than ever before, these teams remain small, flexible, and cross-functional, offering greater exposure to the array of opportunities here. We are looking for an outstanding software engineer to join the Apple Universal Media team and help us build the next generation products that change the way millions of users consume video. As a Software Engineer at Apple, you will be owning key modules of the product and be responsible for delivering industry grade quality solutions.Description
Candidate should be a self-starting, upbeat individual with excellent communication skills, able to effectively collaborate with all levels of the organization. You have years of experience designing and implementing full-stack solutions: building scalable backend services in Java/Spring and delivering rich, interactive web applications in modern JavaScript/TypeScript frameworks (such as Angular or React). You excel at defining robust data interfaces, designing high-throughput data pipelines and storage layers, and working closely with designers and product managers to bring polished user experiences to life. The ability to be an excellent team player under tight deadline constraints in addition to tackling complex technical problems with imaginative solutions is key to success in this position.Responsibilities
Design, develop, test, and deploy resilient, high-scale full-stack applications and services.Architect and maintain backend microservices using Java and the Spring ecosystem (Spring Boot), integrating with distributed datastores and caching layers (Cassandra, Redis, Solr).Build streaming data pipelines and event-driven architectures leveraging Apache Kafka.Develop clean, responsive, and maintainable web frontends using modern TypeScript/JavaScript and UI frameworks (Angular, React, or similar).Design and document clean RESTful and event-driven APIs connecting web clients to distributed backend systems.Partner with product managers, designers, and cross-functional engineering teams to define requirements, system contracts, and technical roadmaps.Uphold high standards for code quality through unit/integration testing, automated CI/CD pipelines, comprehensive code reviews, and observability instrumentation.Minimum Qualifications
BS in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent practical experience.4+ years of professional software development experience in full-stack engineering.Strong proficiency in Java and modern backend frameworks (such as Spring / Spring Boot).Strong proficiency in JavaScript / TypeScript and experience with modern frontend frameworks (e.G., Angular, React).Solid understanding of relational and/or NoSQL databases, RESTful web services, and object-oriented / functional design principles.Experience writing automated tests across the stack (unit, integration, and end-to-end).Preferred Qualifications
MS in Computer Science or related field.6+ years of relevant full-stack software development experience.Hands-on experience with distributed data technologies: Apache Cassandra, Apache Solr (or Elasticsearch/Lucene), Redis, and Apache Kafka.Deep expertise in asynchronous and reactive architectures, high-concurrency systems, and low-latency data retrieval.Experience with web performance profiling, accessibility standards, and modern build toolchains.Background in media, digital asset management, or video streaming platforms.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 $119,100 and $230,500, 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 Inc.’s discretionary employee stock programs. Employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit award recommendations, and can purchase Apple Inc. stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple Inc.’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Participation in Apple Inc.’s discretionary stock programs is governed by Apple Inc.’s stock plans and agreements and are not part of local employment contracts or compensation.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 BenefitsNote: Apple benefit and compensation 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. Apple provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace.At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplaceRole Number: 200673477-3350
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