Software Development Engineer, Platforms

Apple Inc

Quick summary

Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $139,500–$258,100 / yr
Posted: 31 days ago

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Above market

How this pay compares to similar roles

Similar $175k

This role $199k

$123k most similar roles pay here $273k

This role pays more than 68% of similar roles. Most pay $137,681–$213,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $199k versus about $175k for comparable roles.

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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 969 open roles on FindRole.

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TL;DR · Software Development Engineer, Platforms

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As a Software Development Engineer at Apple’s Platforms team, you will play a pivotal role in developing and maintaining the CI/CD pipeline that supports thousands of developers globally. Your daily tasks include collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance build, integration, and release processes, as well as integrating advanced technologies like GenAI/LLM to boost developer productivity. You will work on Python-based micro-services using Django or Flask, manage a dynamic Kubernetes/Linux/macOS build farm, and participate in an after-hours on-call rotation. The role requires proficiency with DevOps tools such as Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform, and Jenkins, along with strong analytical skills and the ability to communicate effectively within large development teams.

Skills

Kubernetes Terraform Docker CI/CD Python Flask Django GitHub Jenkins Groovy Shell scripting Ansible Xcode Swift GenAI LLM Git

What you'll do

Develop and maintain CI/CD pipeline services for application development teams.
Improve build, integration, and release processes across multiple teams.
Integrate GenAI/LLM capabilities to enhance developer productivity and pipeline intelligence.
Maintain and administer a dynamic Kubernetes/Linux/macOS build farm.
Participate in after-hours on-call rotation schedules for system maintenance.
Scale CI/CD systems and micro-services to handle increased workload efficiently.

What we're looking for

Extensive experience in CI/CD processes and platforms.
Proficiency in DevOps tools including Ansible, Docker, Kubernetes, Terraform.
Strong background in Linux/macOS environments and shell scripting.
Experience developing Python micro-services with Django or Flask frameworks.
Solid analytical skills for problem-solving complex engineering challenges.
Expertise in GitHub/Git workflows and Jenkins administration.
Knowledge of integrating GenAI/LLM capabilities to enhance developer productivity.