Senior Software Engineer - Apple Ads

Summary

At Apple, we focus deeply on our customers’ experience. Apple Ads brings this same approach to advertising, helping people find exactly what they’re looking for and helping advertisers grow their businesses. Our technology powers ads and sponsorships across Apple Services, including the App Store, Apple News, and MLS Season Pass. Everything we do is designed for trust, connection, and impact: We respect user privacy, integrate advertising thoughtfully into the experience, and deliver value for advertisers of all sizes—from small app developers to big, global brands. Because when advertising is done right, it benefits everyone.

Description

The Ad Delivery Services team at Apple owns a collection of highly available, low latency services central to serving high quality privacy preserving Ads on Apple devices. The team is responsible for multiple business critical functionalities including budget management, policy, targeting, traffic quality and intent understanding domains. If you're passionate about building innovative products and shaping the future of advertising, we invite you to join our team!

Responsibilities

System Design and Architecture: Design, develop, and optimize highly scalable, distributed systems. Leverage cloud-native technologies and micro-services architecture to build robust and resilient solutions.

Problem-Solving and Innovation: Tackle complex technical challenges, drive innovation, and stay up-to-date with emerging technologies.

Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, architects, and other engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

6+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on distributed systems, cloud technologies, and microservices architecture
Strong proficiency in Java
Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
DevOps technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
Proficiency in database technologies (SQL, NoSQL)
Bachelor's / Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications

Strong understanding of micro-services design, high-scale performance tuning, big data and streaming technologies
Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
Experience in Ads domain is a plus

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

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 $184,700 and $324,800, 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.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.