Senior Software Engineer, Backend

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
San Diego, CA
Salary
$175,000–$308,500 / yr
Posted
90 days ago
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Confirmed live yesterday

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Above market

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This role $242k
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About Apple Inc

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 3497 open roles on FindRole.

Listed pay typically runs $174,149–$277,600 across 2702 roles with salary data.

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TL;DR · Senior Software Engineer, Backend

The Senior Software Engineer - Backend, Developer Publications joins the Developer Publications Content Engineering team to build and scale backend systems for documentation workflows in Xcode and the developer website. This role involves collaborating with designers, technical writers, and program managers to define infrastructure, producing performant code, and writing detailed architecture proposals. You will participate in code reviews, pair programming, and cross-functional integration efforts. The position requires proficiency in Swift, Java, Vapor, RESTful APIs, PostgreSQL, Docker, and Kubernetes. Candidates should possess skills in test-driven development, continuous integration, and infrastructure as code. The work focuses on creating framework-level support and high-performance tools that underpin core documentation workflows within the Apple ecosystem, specifically addressing the technical needs of developers using Xcode, macOS, and Linux.

What does a Software Engineer earn in California?

Median $214500 from 1193 postings across 76 companies.

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What you'll do

  • Define and scope backend infrastructure that supports core documentation workflows.
  • Produce well-tested, performant, and reliable code for multiple maintained systems.
  • Write detailed architecture and design proposals for new products and infrastructure.
  • Participate in code reviews, pair programming, and technical architecture discussions.
  • Integrate tools and systems seamlessly with other cross-functional teams across Apple.
  • Mentor fellow engineers and model best software engineering practices.
  • Manage backend technologies including APIs, databases, and containerized environments.

What we're looking for

  • 7 to experience.
  • BS/MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
  • Excellent understanding of the software development lifecycle.
  • Experience shipping high quality, performant, and reliable products and features.
  • Ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams to understand needs and define test strategies.
  • Excellent communication, problem solving, and critical thinking skills.
  • Proficiency in Swift, Java, Vapor, RESTful APIs, PostgreSQL, Docker, Kubernetes, and similar technologies (preferred).
  • Experience with test-driven development, continuous integration and delivery (preferred).

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