Senior Software Engineer - iCloud Platform

A technology company that serves hundreds of millions of users across a billion devices globally with iCloud platform services.
$166,600 - $250,600
Distributed Systems
Senior Software Engineer
In-Person
5,000+ Employees
3+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS

Description For Senior Software Engineer - iCloud Platform

Apple is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join their iCloud Platform team, a position that offers an exceptional opportunity to impact hundreds of millions of users across a billion devices globally. This role sits at the intersection of distributed systems, security, and high-performance computing, focusing on critical services like Push Notifications, iMessage, FaceTime, and iCloud.

The position requires a skilled engineer with 3-5 years of experience in server software development, particularly using languages like Java, C, C++, C# or Swift. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in network protocols, distributed systems, and security algorithms, with a particular focus on TLS and X.509 certificate evaluation.

As part of a small but highly impactful team, you'll be responsible for designing system architectures, implementing high-performance code, and developing scalability strategies for applications supporting hundreds of millions of users. The role offers significant visibility and the opportunity to make meaningful contributions to products used worldwide.

The compensation package is competitive, ranging from $166,600 to $250,600 base salary, complemented by comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, and various stock participation opportunities. Apple also offers education reimbursement and potential for discretionary bonuses and relocation assistance.

This is an ideal opportunity for a passionate engineer who thrives in a collaborative environment, can manage multiple priorities, and is excited about building secure, scalable systems that impact users globally. The role combines technical challenges with real-world impact, making it perfect for someone who wants to work on cutting-edge technology while maintaining a focus on user privacy and security.

Working at Apple means joining a company committed to inclusion and diversity, where your contributions will directly influence how millions of people connect and share their lives. The role offers both technical challenges and professional growth opportunities, supported by Apple's comprehensive benefits package and strong company culture.

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Responsibilities For Senior Software Engineer - iCloud Platform

  • Contribute to engineering of the iCloud platform
  • Build server stacks for Push Notifications, iMessage, FaceTime, FocusModes, and iCloud
  • Design system architectures
  • Specify custom network and security protocols
  • Implement high-performance code
  • Develop scalability strategies for applications supporting hundreds of millions of users

Requirements For Senior Software Engineer - iCloud Platform

Java
  • Bachelor's Degree in an engineering-related field or equivalent related experience
  • 3 - 5 years of experience developing server software in Java, C, C++, C# or Swift
  • Experience with network protocols, storage systems, security algorithms, and Unix system internals
  • Experience with TLS, X.509 certificate evaluation, or other secure protocols
  • Experience designing and developing large distributed systems
  • Deep understanding of asynchronous and multi-thread programming concepts
  • Strong understanding of recent developments and concerns with standard protocols such as TLS
  • Independent, driven, motivated, and passionate about the products

Benefits For Senior Software Engineer - iCloud Platform

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
401k
Education Budget
Equity
Relocation Benefits
  • Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
  • Retirement benefits
  • Discounted products and free services
  • Education reimbursement
  • Employee stock programs
  • Discretionary restricted stock unit awards
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Discretionary bonuses
  • Relocation benefits

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