Software Engineer (Tools), Engagement Engineering

Summary

Posted: Feb 21, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200523426

As a Software Engineer (Tools), you will have the unique and rewarding opportunity to shape the future of software development at Apple. You will build tools used by thousands of developers around the world to build, test, and ship software for Apple’s iOS, watchOS, tvOS, and macOS platforms.

Description

The Engagement Engineering team is seeking a skilled engineer to contribute to the future of our internal software build systems and infrastructure. You will join a small but ambitious group of engineers responsible for building new technologies that will power a large scale functional build system, iterating closely with internal software engineering teams to take Apple’s own software to the next level. In this role you will work directly with end users and product teams alike, helping refine tools experiences based on user needs. The ideal candidate will have a strong passion for automating developer workflows, strong Computer Science fundamentals to be able to resolve user feedback or develop new features from scratch, and strong communication skills to drive engagement efforts across the wider Software organization.

Minimum Qualifications

• 6+ years industry experience
• Bachelorʼs Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
• Experience in modern scripting or compiled languages (Python, Swift, C/C++, etc.)
• Understanding of software building methodologies
• Ability to refine user requirements and prototype new solutions from scratch

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiar with Continuous Integration
• Experience or interest in traditional and/or distributed build systems such as Make, CMake, Bazel, Buck, etc.
• Experience with SDK or framework development used by other developers.
• Experience with reliable, scalable, distributed systems
• Experience communicating with customers, collaborating with technical/design teams and leading high-impact feature development

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.