Software Engineer, App Store Engineering

Apple Inc

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Work type
On-site
Location
Seattle, WA
Salary
$139,500–$210,100 / yr
Posted
65 days ago

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This role $175k
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This role pays less than 59% of similar roles. Most pay $142,375–$225,000 — the shaded band above. At the midpoint, this role pays about $175k versus about $184k for comparable roles.

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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

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TL;DR · Software Engineer, App Store Engineering

The Apple Services Engineering team seeks a Software Engineer to join the App Store Engineering R&D group at senior level, focusing on developing and enhancing the Apps platform. This role involves analyzing, designing, coding, debugging, and testing features for high-performance server-side systems that support over 1.8 million apps and billions of weekly requests across multiple Apple operating systems. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in Java programming, multithreading, networking, HTTP/REST APIs, SQL and NoSQL databases, and data modeling. They must be adept at working in a fast-paced environment, collaborating closely with cross-functional teams, and driving performance optimization and automation initiatives. This position is integral to maintaining the App Store's global reach and impact, addressing scalability challenges while fostering innovation within Apple’s robust ecosystem.

What you'll do

  • Analyze and design features for the data platform.
  • Code, inspect, debug, and test new software features.
  • Maintain and enhance existing applications based on user feedback.
  • Implement highly scalable backend systems and web services.
  • Advocate for performance optimization and automation practices.

What we're looking for

  • At least 2+ years of experience in designing, implementing, and supporting highly scalable backend systems and web services.
  • Proficient in Java programming with strong hands-on experience in multithreading, networking, HTTP, and REST APIs.
  • Expertise in SQL databases like Oracle and NoSQL databases like Cassandra.
  • Understanding of data modeling, metadata management, and scalability challenges in distributed systems.
  • Ability to quickly learn new technologies and drive performance optimization, automation, and unit tests.
  • Excellent debugging skills, critical thinking, and interpersonal communication abilities.
  • BS degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, EE, or equivalent industry experience.

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