Senior Software Engineer, Apple Ads

Cupertino, California, United States

• Category: Software Engineering

Description

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At Apple, we focus deeply on our customers’ experience. Apple Ads brings this same approach to advertising, helping people find exactly what they’re looking for and helping advertisers grow their businesses. Our technology powers ads and sponsorships across Apple Services, including the App Store, Apple News, and MLS Season Pass. Everything we do is designed for trust, connection, and impact: We respect user privacy, integrate advertising thoughtfully into the experience, and deliver value for advertisers of all sizes—from small app developers to big, global brands. Because when advertising is done right, it benefits everyone.

Description

As a Software Engineer on our team, you’ll be instrumental in crafting the future of Apple’s advertising platforms. You’ll work on highly scalable, low-latency systems that power billions of ad impressions daily. You’ll collaborate with world-class engineers to solve complex technical challenges and drive innovation. If you’re passionate about building innovative products and shaping the future of advertising, we invite you to join our team!

Responsibilities

System Design and Architecture: Design, develop, and optimize highly scalable, distributed systems. Leverage cloud-native technologies and microservices architecture to build robust and resilient solutions.

Problem-Solving and Innovation: Tackle complex technical challenges, drive innovation, and stay up-to-date with emerging technologies.

Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, architects, and other engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

6+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on distributed systems, cloud technologies, and microservices architecture

Experience in Ads domain

Strong proficiency in Java

Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)

DevOps technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)

Proficiency in database technologies (SQL, NoSQL)

Bachelor’s / master’s degree in computer science or equivalent

Experience with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka)

Preferred Qualifications

Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Excellent communication and collaboration skills

Pay & Benefits

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 $212,000 and $386,300, 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.

Company

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Apple

Apple revolutionized personal technology with the introduction of the Macintosh in 1984. Today, Apple leads the world in innovation with iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, Apple Watch, and Apple Vision Pro. Apple’s six software platforms — iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, visionOS, and tvOS — provide seamless experiences across all Apple devices and empower people with breakthrough services including the App Store, Apple Music, Apple Pay, iCloud, and Apple TV+. Apple’s more than 150,000 employees are dedicated to making the best products on earth and to leaving the world better than we found it.