Apple

Apple

Posted via Apple Careers

Sr. Software Engineer, Information Systems & Technology

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Posted Aug 4, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$150.4K – $277.6K/yr
Location
Cupertino, California, United States Sunnyvale, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
5+ years proven experience developing software in a professional capacity.
Education
B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional work experience.

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Role Summary

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This senior-level Software Engineer role is part of Apple’s Information Systems and Technology group, developing Java-based systems, frameworks, and applications used by Apple customers and employees. The engineer works across projects supporting areas such as Apple websites, stores, AppleCare, identity, operations, data centers, and data processing systems.

What You'll Do

  • Design, develop, test, document, improve, and maintain code mostly in Java
  • Participate in project planning, design, implementation, and future iterations
  • Design solutions and contribute to every aspect of assigned projects
  • Work closely with Software Engineers, Project and Product Managers, Product Designers, internal and external partners, and Apple leadership
  • Develop systems, frameworks, and applications for Apple-wide operational and customer-facing needs

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Qualifications

B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional work experience; 5+ years of professional software development experience; 3+ years implementing and shipping high-scale cloud-based distributed systems; 3+ years using relational and NoSQL databases; 2+ years with Java; proficiency in OOP principles, data structures, algorithms, software design patterns, and backend code development.

Required

  • B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional work experience
  • 5+ years proven experience developing software in a professional capacity
  • 3+ years proven experience implementing, and shipping high-scale, high-performance, highly available, fault-tolerant, and secure...
  • Proficiency in API implementation, including REST, RPC, or GraphQL
  • 3+ years proven experience using relational and NoSQL databases
  • Proficiency in schema design and query optimization
  • 2+ years proven experience with Java
  • Proficiency in concurrency, memory management, and performance optimization techniques

Preferred

  • Track record of leading software projects within a team as a tech lead while mentoring software engineers
  • Comfortable using CI/CD tools to build, test, deploy, and release containerized software applications on cloud-based Kubernetes
  • Expertise in Java web and unit testing frameworks
  • Experience with tooling languages and distributed orchestration and computing systems
  • Understanding of advanced JVM internals
  • Knowledge of networking concepts and protocols

Original job description

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Summary

Join us, the team that serves as Apple’s nerve center: Apple Information Systems and Technology group!

We are looking for mid-career senior-level Java Software Engineers, who will work closely with other Software Engineers, Project & Product Managers, Product Designers, other internal & external partners as well as with Apple leadership.

There are countless ways you can contribute here, from working on apple.com to software for digital & physical Apple Stores, from software for Apple Care to Apple-wide systems for identity, operations, recruiting, and people management, from software for Apple data centers to Apple-wide data processing & AI/ML systems.

When you join IS&T, you’ll help design and manage systems, frameworks, and apps that countless Apple customers and employees rely on every day. Together, we’ll explore all the ways to improve how Apple operates, freeing our employees to do what they do best, and crafting magical experiences for our customers!

Description

As a senior-level Software Engineer, you will design, develop, test, document, improve, and maintain code mostly in Java (and other languages as needed). You will partake in every aspect of your projects, from planning to design to implementation and future iterations, and you will be encouraged to play an extended role in designing solutions.

The ideal candidate is self-motivated, pro-active and results-driven. Attention to detail, dedication to providing high-quality solutions modeling engineering excellence, and ability to work towards on-time delivery of projects are all crucial qualities needed to work at Apple as a Software Engineer.

The ideal candidate will also possess excellent communication and collaboration skills to work with various internal and external partners.

Minimum Qualifications

B.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related technical field, or equivalent professional work experience.
5+ years proven experience developing software in a professional capacity. Longer experience preferred.
3+ years proven experience implementing, and shipping high-scale, high-performance, highly available, fault-tolerant, and secure cloud-based distributed systems, including proficiency in API implementation (e.g. REST, RPC, GraphQL, etc).
3+ years proven experience using relational (e.g. Postgres, MySQL, etc.) and NoSQL (e.g. Cassandra, MongoDB, etc.) databases, including proficiency in schema design and query optimization.
2+ years proven experience with Java, including proficiency in concurrency, memory management, and performance optimization techniques.
Proficiency in OOP principles, data structures, algorithms, and software design patterns (e.g. GoF), with a proven focus on implementing testable, maintainable, and extensible backend code.

Preferred Qualifications

Track record of leading software projects within a team as a tech lead (TL), while mentoring software engineers.
Comfortable using CI/CD tools to build, test, deploy, and release containerized software applications on cloud-based Kubernetes (e.g. AWS EKS, GCP GKE, Azure AKS, etc.).
Expertise in Java web (e.g. ServiceTalk, Spring, Dropwizard, Quarkus, Micronaut, etc.) and unit testing frameworks (e.g. JUnit, Mockito, etc.).
Experience with tooling languages (e.g. Go, Python, Ruby, etc.) and distributed orchestration & computing systems (e.g. Airflow, Spark, Flink, etc.).
Understanding of advanced JVM internals (e.g. garbage collection, memory allocation, JIT, JNI, etc.).
Knowledge of networking concepts & protocols (e.g. HTTP/HTTPS, CDN, edge computing, load balancing, OSI model, etc.)

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.