SW Dev Engineer -ASE -Backend

Are you passionate about applying your deep understanding of C/C++/Java, Internet-scale distributed systems, and database technologies in creative ways? We at Apple’s iCloud Mail team are searching for an excellent Software Engineer. Our team is responsible for building cutting-edge infrastructure that supports our production Mail service used by millions of users on a daily basis, as well as supporting our client partners. This is a highly-visible position that will leverage your skills on the design, implementation, testing, and deployment.
Consider joining a small team writing the software which provides Mail services to iCloud customers. As a key member on our team, you are responsible for maintaining our technology stack and for crafting new functionality. You are an extremely capable engineer who has a strong background in building high-performance, scalable and extensible systems. You have experience building public facing services. Your flexibility is essential to delivering creative features on time with excellent quality, such as the willingness to learn about the system by fixing bugs. You love collaborating within the team and with cross-functional engineering teams. In addition to crafting efficient, testable, easy-to-maintain code, you recognize the importance of writing functional specifications and design documents. Quality is number one in your mind, and you thrive on building comprehensive unit and end-to-end tests, not only for features you build but also for existing features that need more testing. Our team is looking for hardworking and passionate engineers who want to make a difference in the products they develop. If you feel this is you, we’d love to hear from you!
  • Strong hands-on experience with C, C++, or Java
  • Strong hands-on experience with debugging and analyzing crashes or core dumps
  • Strong knowledge or strong desire to work on cloud infrastructure
  • Good knowledge on SQL and NoSQL databases
  • Experience building public facing APIs and/or services
  • Practical experience with architecture and design of cloud-scale systems
  • Familiarity with modern server scaling technologies on Linux (e.g., async, non-blocking I/O, multi-threading)
  • Practical experience designing, building and maintaining large-scale, high-performance systems and/or frameworks
  • Experience working on small team as well as cross-functional collaboration
  • Ability to wear multiple hats; possession of do-whatever-it-takes ability and attitude
  • Practical experience with RESTful APIs
  • Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
  • Strong attention to detail
  • Comfortable working in a loosely structured organization
  • Highly professional, with the ability to deliver solid work on a tight schedule
  • Secondary scripting language experience a plus
  • Working knowledge of containerized environments a plus
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $147,400 and $272,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.

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