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INTRODUCTION
People at Apple don’t just build products - they craft the kind of experience that has revolutionized entire industries. The diverse collection of our people and their ideas inspire innovation in everything we do. Imagine what you could do here! Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it.
The Apple Service Engineering (ASE) team builds and provides systems and infrastructure that power Apple’s services (such as iCloud, iTunes, Siri, and Maps). Apple’s uniquely seamless hardware, software and services integration means that you will get to work with world-class engineers from a variety of disciplines to design and deliver products that our customers love. Our services have to scale globally, stay highly available, and "just work.” If you love designing, engineering, and running systems that will help millions of customers, then this is the place for you!
Apple Service Engineering (ASE)’s Compute team is seeking an experienced software engineer to build and enhance internal cloud infrastructure offerings. You will be responsible for core components of this cutting edge platform, integrating the latest cloud hardware technologies with Apple’s own hardware and software. In this role, you will collaborate with teams across Apple to deliver forward-looking high-performance virtualized infrastructure, supporting everything from LLM model training to maximum-security confidential computing environments. You will partner with internal application teams to understand their requirements, co-design operating system features and datacenter infrastructure to meet your needs, and look ahead at emerging technologies to incorporate them into our services.
DESCRIPTION
In this role you will be responsible for developing, debugging and maintaining an in-house virtualized infrastructure platform, and evaluating and integrating cutting edge compute hardware:
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Design, implement, and optimize virtualized compute offerings on a wide variety of hardware types
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Integrate and optimize high-performance virtual networking solutions for custom hardware, including Open vSwitch, DPDK, GPU Direct, and RoCE RDMA technologies
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Work with KVM, QEMU, and Linux kernel to efficiently enable functionality within virtual machines, including GPU passthrough and SR-IOV configurations
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Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate their technologies and optimize for critical workloads
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Tackle and resolve complex issues across accelerator, virtualization, and networking layers, ensuring robust performance, stability, and security
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Research and prototype new hardware and datacenter architectures to stay at the forefront of the industry
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
At least 2+ years and Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, or equivalent related experience
Exceptional problem solving skills and core software development fundamentals
Strong systems experience and OS development background, particularly Linux or Darwin
Knowledge of advanced virtualization concepts, including nested virtualization, VM live migration, and NUMA optimization
Proven distributed systems and operating systems knowledge and experience applying it to build stable, performant, and secure execution environments
Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies and apply them appropriately to platforms
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
Expertise in core virtualization technologies such as KVM, Qemu, cloud-hypervisor
Experience with advanced virtualization and performance optimization features like SR-IOV, IOMMU, DPDK
Familiarity with GPU development, including driver integration, configuration, and debugging, as well as hands-on experience with hypervisor GPU passthrough and SR-IOV
Experience with cloud compute orchestration platforms such as CloudStack, OpenStack, or Mesos
Experience operating platforms leveraging containerization technologies like Docker, Kubernetes
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 $139,500 and $258,100, 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.
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.
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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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding H-1B Visa Sponsorship as a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer
Verify your degree maps to the role
USCIS requires your degree field to directly relate to cloud infrastructure work. A computer science or information systems degree clears this easily, but an unrelated degree needs supporting documentation showing equivalency through coursework or experience.
Target employers with cap-exempt status
Universities, nonprofit research institutions, and government-affiliated entities are cap-exempt, meaning your H-1B doesn't compete in the annual lottery. Cloud infrastructure roles at these organizations can start any time of year, not just October 1.
Search verified sponsors on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter Cloud Infrastructure Engineer roles by employers with documented H-1B LCA filing history. This surfaces companies that have already cleared DOL prevailing-wage certification for this occupation code, not just those who claim they sponsor.
Check prevailing wage before negotiating
Run your target job title and location through the OFLC Wage Search before accepting an offer. Your employer's LCA must certify wages at or above the prevailing wage for your specific SOC code, and underpayment invalidates the petition.
Confirm cloud certifications support your LCA
AWS, Azure, or GCP certifications strengthen the specialty occupation argument in your petition, especially for employers filing for the first time. Ask your employer's counsel whether certifications will be listed in the supporting documentation alongside your degree credentials.
Use the 60-day grace period strategically
If you're between cloud infrastructure roles, USCIS allows a 60-day grace period after your employment ends. File a change of employer petition before that window closes or your status lapses, making you ineligible to continue working while the new petition is pending.
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Find Cloud Infrastructure Engineer JobsCloud Infrastructure Engineer H-1B Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Cloud Infrastructure Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B purposes?
Yes. Cloud Infrastructure Engineer positions require at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, information systems, or electrical engineering, which meets USCIS's specialty occupation standard. The role's technical complexity, including systems architecture, IaC tooling, and cloud-native networking, supports the degree requirement. Employers document this in the H-1B petition, and USCIS has a consistent record of approving this occupation category.
Which employers are most likely to sponsor H-1B visas for cloud infrastructure roles?
Employers with dedicated cloud or platform engineering teams and existing H-1B filing history are the most reliable sponsors. This includes large technology companies, financial institutions running hybrid cloud environments, and healthcare systems modernizing their infrastructure. Migrate Mate lets you browse Cloud Infrastructure Engineer roles filtered specifically by employers with verified H-1B LCA filings, so you're not guessing at sponsorship willingness.
How does the prevailing wage requirement affect cloud infrastructure job offers?
Your employer's LCA must certify that your offered salary meets or exceeds the DOL prevailing wage for your SOC code and work location. Cloud infrastructure roles typically fall under SOC 15-1241 (Computer Network Architects) or 15-1244 (Network and Computer Systems Administrators), and prevailing wages vary significantly by metro area. You can verify the applicable wage tier using the OFLC Wage Search before finalizing your offer.
Can I switch cloud infrastructure employers while on an H-1B?
Yes. Under AC21 portability, you can change to a new cloud infrastructure role with a new employer once your H-1B petition has been pending or approved for 180 days, as long as the new role is in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification. Your new employer must file a transfer petition with USCIS before you start, and you can begin working as soon as USCIS receives it.
Does working remotely for a cloud infrastructure role affect my H-1B status?
Remote work can create compliance issues if your worksite differs from the location listed on your certified LCA. If you're working from a state or metro area not covered by your original LCA, your employer may need to file an amended LCA and potentially an amended H-1B petition with USCIS. Confirm with your employer's immigration counsel before relocating, even temporarily.
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