Senior Software Engineer (Spark, micro-services), Apple Data Platform

Summary

Posted:May 02, 2025

Role Number:200600716

The Apple Data Platform team within the Services organization builds the core infrastructure that powers analytics and machine learning across Apple’s ecosystem. We are seeking experienced engineers to drive the development of next-generation data platform technologies. Collaborating closely with engineering teams across Apple, you’ll create high-scale, reliable systems that meet stringent data requirements while upholding Apple’s commitment to privacy and security. You’ll be encouraged and supported to do your best work and to have fun doing so.

Description

We provide advanced platforms and services to enable seamless data movement across Apple’s ecosystem, handling petabytes of data that impact hundreds of millions of customers worldwide. In this role, you’ll design and build robust data movement infrastructure to power Apple’s highly visible, global-scale systems, prioritizing exceptional usability, performance, scalability, and reliability. Collaborating with diverse engineering teams, you’ll help them integrate these platforms into their products, driving innovation and impact. We’re seeking a talented, passionate developer with a strong technical vision to join our team. You’ll take on significant individual responsibility, shaping the future of critical services for years to come. The ideal candidate combines outstanding communication skills with proven expertise in designing and implementing data infrastructure. With sharp business acumen and a proactive drive to deliver results, you excel as a self-starter in a fast-paced, dynamic environment. Your ability to navigate ambiguity and deliver impactful contributions will directly influence Apple’s data ecosystem.

Minimum Qualifications

• 4+ years hands-on experience in designing, developing, and deploying data processing applications and frameworks.
• Expertise at building jobs with Apache Spark using Scala.
• Expertise at building micro-services using Kubernetes or similar experience.
• Proficient in Go and/or Java, with understanding of recent language features and frameworks.
• In-depth knowledge of SQL databases. Experience with distributed and cloud storage systems such as S3, HDFS, etc.
• An ability to communicate with users and drive adoption, to troubleshoot and diagnose issues, and to work effectively with teams adopting our tools.
• Ability to write and deploy well-tested production code. A drive for modern software engineering practices.
• B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Understanding of data storage technologies, for example: serialization, schemas, file and table formats for large-scale data processing. Understanding of formats such as Apache Iceberg and Parquet is a benefit.
• Ability to lead the development of systems. Expertise in defining product roadmap and delivering cross-functionally. Ability to mentor and guide other engineers.

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.