Job Details

Senior Software Engineer (Apache Spark)

Sunnyvale, California, United States

Corporate Functions

Summary

Posted: Apr 11, 2025

Role Number: 200576435

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you can accomplish. We are seeking an exceptional engineer with a background in large scale software development and delivery in hyper-scale distributed computing environments. You will work within cybersecurity software engineering team that drives Apache Spark’s state-of-the art features and pushes the boundaries of what is possible in our industry.

Description

Apple is seeking an extraordinary individual to work on a team supporting and developing platform services which underpin mission critical information security capabilities. Spark expertise is a prerequisite. The ideal candidate is deeply technical, hands-on, and has enough experience with OSS software to understand when and how to contribute as needed. While previous experience in information security is not required, a sincere drive for security and privacy is required. This role will work closely with our engineering teams and with partner teams to ensure the successful design, development, and delivery of product objectives. The successful candidate will have a passion for technical excellence and team collaboration with a heavy focus on automation, scalability, and reliability for all layers of the stack. This role will work closely with developers and users of our platforms to ensure the successful design, development, and delivery of product objectives.

Minimum Qualifications

• Demonstrated expertise and knowledge of Apache Spark Structured Streaming internals

• Demonstrated track record delivering results in a strongly team-oriented environment

• Proven track record of shipping high performance and high quality services in JVM languages (Scala and Java)

• Demonstrated proficiency with data modeling, data lake, lakehouse, and data warehousing

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with cloud compute environments like OpenStack, AWS, and GCP

• Expertise in writing high-quality code, tests, CI/CD, documentation, and production services

• Proficiency with Golang and Python

• Relational Databases and SQL

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Strong knowledge of, and prior experience with, common controls in: cloud platforms, systems development life cycle, computer operations, change management, networking, and security

• Risk management experience in a large organization requiring collaboration and partnership at all levels of personnel

• Knowledge of regulatory standards with a solid understanding of US technology and security requirements

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 $175,800 and $264,200, 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.

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