Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Seattle, WA
Salary
$139,500–$258,100 / yr
Posted
24 days ago

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This role $199k
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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

Apple Inc currently has 638 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Senior Software Engineer, Backend

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As a Senior Software Engineer on Apple's AIML Evaluation team, you will play a pivotal role in developing the company’s large-scale distributed Annotation platform, which supports the creation of high-quality data for cutting-edge ML technologies. Your daily responsibilities include producing robust backend systems through rigorous testing and code reviews, engaging in architecture discussions, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of tools and services. You will also write detailed design proposals and continuously seek opportunities for improvement. The ideal candidate has a strong background in distributed systems and server-side programming (Java, Go), along with experience in database management and cloud infrastructure (AWS). Additionally, familiarity with data annotation platforms and evaluation frameworks is beneficial, as you will be working on scalable microservices and high-performance systems that require an understanding of technical trade-offs across the stack.

Skills

Java Go Python AWS SQL NoSQL OLAP CI/CD Docker Kubernetes Terraform Claude Code

What you'll do

  • Produce well-tested, performant, and reliable code for multiple backend systems.
  • Write detailed architecture and design proposals for new projects.
  • Engage in code review and pair programming with team members.
  • Work cross-functionally to ensure seamless integration of tools and systems.
  • Continuously seek areas for improvement in existing systems and processes.

What we're looking for

  • MS in Computer Science or related field with strong computer science fundamentals.
  • 6+ years of professional software engineering experience, preferably in backend development.
  • Experience designing, building, maintaining, and extending large-scale production ecosystems.
  • Strong knowledge of database systems including SQL, NoSQL, and OLAP data stores.
  • Proficiency in server-side programming languages such as Java, Go, or Python.
  • Experience with cloud-based infrastructure (preferably AWS) and hybrid ecosystems.

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