Job Details

Infrastructure Platform Software Engineer

San Francisco Bay Area, California, United States

Software and Services

Summary

Posted: Sep 26, 2025

Role Number: 200622780-3401

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.

Embark on an exciting journey as an Infrastructure Automation Engineer in our dynamic Sunnyvale team! This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our infrastructure by leveraging cutting-edge automation technologies, including Puppet 7 and 8, and embracing the power of AI. You'll collaborate closely with a talented team, contributing to the design, development, and deployment of innovative solutions that streamline our processes and drive efficiency. If you're passionate about automation, possess a record of leadership and innovation, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

Description

As an Infrastructure Platform Software Engineer, you ’ll play a crucial role in automating and optimizing our infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include developing, maintaining, and enhancing Puppet modules and infrastructure code, leveraging the latest features of Puppet 7 and 8, such as improved language features, enhanced performance, and expanded platform support.

Responsibilities

• You’ll design and implement robust release pipelines using GitFlow branching strategies and create and maintain build jobs within our build system, either Jenkins or Rio. Additionally, you’ll troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and release-related issues, contribute to the design and architecture of our infrastructure automation solutions, and actively explore and integrate AI tools and techniques to enhance automation workflows, improve system performance, and optimize Puppet code. Collaboration with other engineers to share knowledge and best practices will be essential, as will stay current with the latest trends and technologies in infrastructure automation, release engineering, Linux system administration, AI-powered automation, and the evolving Puppet ecosystem.

• You’ll contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by bringing new perspectives and innovative solutions to existing challenges. Depending on the role, you may lead project teams, design projects, and take ownership for complete projects or major components. Demonstrating leadership, innovation, responsibility, and creative thinking, you’ll influence others and achieve organizational impact.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience in infrastructure automation, with a focus on configuration management tools.

• Understanding of software development principles and the software development lifecycle.

• Familiarity with release engineering principles and practices, including GitFlow branching.

• Proficiency in at least one object orientated scripting language, such as Python or Go.

• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Puppet, Ansible, Chef)

• Understanding of Linux system administration and networking concepts.

• Experience with build systems such as Jenkins or Rio.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.

• Expertise with network engineering principles and troubleshooting.

• Experience with IPv6 deployment in a dual-stack environment

• Familiarity with Puppet and a strong desire to learn Puppet 7 and 8.

• Strong desire to learn and embrace new technologies, including AI-powered automation tools.

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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation.

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