Backend Software Engineer

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $142,300–$263,300 / yr
Posted: 76 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live 2 days ago
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Backend Software Engineer

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As a Backend Software Engineer - Universal Media, you will join the Universal Media Engineering team within the Apple Services Engineering division. You will be responsible for designing and building services that power the data platform and related tools for the Apple TV app. Your daily work involves developing high-scale, distributed microservices to improve scalability, latency, and quality for millions of users while collaborating with cross-functional teams including engineering, design, and project management. The role requires proficiency in Java or other object-oriented languages, along with experience in algorithms and data structures. You will utilize technologies such as NoSQL databases like Cassandra or DynamoDB, messaging systems like Kafka or RabbitMQ, Redis, Spring Boot, Docker, and Kubernetes. Preferred skills include stream processing, CI/CD pipelines, and exposure to Generative AI technologies like RAG and prompt engineering.

Skills

Java Microservices NoSQL Cassandra DynamoDB Kafka RabbitMQ Solr Elasticsearch Redis MySQL Spring Framework Spring Boot Docker Kubernetes CI/CD Generative AI RAG

What you'll do

Design and build high-scale, distributed microservices for the Apple TV app.
Develop backend services that process media content and power data platforms.
Build tools used by providers to deliver creative content across multiple languages.
Optimize system performance regarding scalability, latency, and quality.
Implement features using technologies like NoSQL databases, messaging systems, and Spring Boot.
Solve complex technical problems when faced with incomplete or partial requirements.
Develop secure, end-to-end solutions that adhere to strict privacy policies.
Integrate stream processing and data processing tools into the media infrastructure.

What we're looking for

3+ years of experience building resilient, high-scale, distributed microservices in production environments.
Proficiency in software programming with Java or another object-oriented language.
Familiarity with technologies including NoSQL databases, messaging systems, search engines, Redis, Spring Framework, Docker, and Kubernetes.
Proficiency in algorithms and data structures.
Experience in stream processing and data processing tools and best practices.
Experience with CI/CD and Cloud Environments.
Exposure to Generative AI technologies, including AI APIs, prompt engineering, RAG, or workflow automation.
Bachelor’s degree in CS, CE, EE, or a related technical field, or equivalent industry experience.

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