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Get Access To All JobsAt 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
The Ad Delivery Services team at Apple owns a collection of highly available, low latency services central to serving high quality privacy preserving Ads on Apple devices. The team is responsible for multiple business critical functionalities including budget management, policy, targeting, traffic quality and intent understanding domains. If you're passionate about building innovative products and shaping the future of advertising, we invite you to join our team!
Responsibilities
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System Design and Architecture: Design, develop, and optimize highly scalable, distributed systems. Leverage cloud-native technologies and micro-services architecture to build robust and resilient solutions.
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Problem-Solving and Innovation: Tackle complex technical challenges, drive innovation, and stay up-to-date with emerging technologies.
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Collaboration: Work closely with product managers, architects, and other engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.
Minimum Qualifications
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6+ years of software engineering experience, with a focus on distributed systems, cloud technologies, and microservices architecture
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Strong proficiency in Java
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Deep understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, Azure)
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DevOps technologies (Docker, Kubernetes)
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Proficiency in database technologies (SQL, NoSQL)
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Bachelor's / Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent
Preferred Qualifications
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Strong understanding of micro-services design, high-scale performance tuning, big data and streaming technologies
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Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams
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Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
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Excellent communication and collaboration skills
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Experience in Ads domain is a plus
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
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.
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
The Ad Delivery Services team at Apple owns a collection of highly available, low latency services central to serving high quality privacy preserving Ads on Apple devices. The team is responsible for multiple business critical functionalities including budget management, policy, targeting, traffic quality and intent understanding domains. 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 micro-services 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
-
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
Preferred Qualifications
-
Strong understanding of micro-services design, high-scale performance tuning, big data and streaming technologies
-
Proven ability to lead and mentor engineering teams
-
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
-
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
-
Experience in Ads domain is a plus
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
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 Visa Sponsorship as a Software Engineer
Verify your degree field matches your role
H-1B1 visa requires a specialty occupation tied to a specific field of study. A computer science, software engineering, or closely related degree supports a Software Engineer application. A general business degree does not, even with years of coding experience.
Search LCA records for active H-1B1 filers
Employers who have filed Labor Condition Applications for H-1B1 Singapore workers have already navigated the process. Use the OFLC Wage Search to filter by visa type and occupation code before applying, so you're targeting companies with real filing history.
Find verified H-1B1 employers on Migrate Mate
Migrate Mate filters Software Engineer roles by employers with confirmed H-1B1 Singapore sponsorship history, pulled directly from DOL disclosure data. You avoid spending weeks applying to companies that have never filed for this visa category.
Confirm your offer letter specifies specialty occupation
Your offer letter must describe the Software Engineer role in enough detail to satisfy the specialty occupation requirement. Vague titles like 'engineer' or 'technical staff' have caused consulate delays. Ask your employer to include your specific duties and required degree field.
Check wage compliance before your LCA is filed
DOL requires your salary to meet the prevailing wage for your occupation and work location. Use the OFLC Wage Search or O*NET to look up the Level I through Level IV wage for Software Engineers in your target metro before your employer submits the LCA.
Plan your consulate appointment around LCA certification
DOL certifies most LCAs within seven business days. Your consulate appointment can only be scheduled after certification. Build at least two to three weeks between your accepted offer and your target start date to allow for LCA processing and appointment availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Software Engineer role qualify as a specialty occupation for H-1B1 Singapore?
Yes, software engineering is consistently recognized as a specialty occupation because it requires at least a bachelor's degree in computer science, software engineering, or a directly related field. Your employer must document this requirement in the job description when filing the Labor Condition Application. Roles where any degree is accepted regardless of field would not qualify.
How is the H-1B1 Singapore visa different from H-1B for Software Engineers?
H-1B1 Singapore has no lottery, a dedicated annual cap of 5,400 visas that has never been exhausted, and is processed at the consulate in Singapore rather than through USCIS. H-1B requires employer-filed petitions with USCIS and a lottery that selects roughly one in five registrants. For Singaporean Software Engineers, H-1B1 is faster and more certain, though it doesn't permit dual intent and requires renewal every two years.
How do I find Software Engineer jobs where the employer will sponsor H-1B1 Singapore?
Migrate Mate surfaces Software Engineer roles from employers with verified H-1B1 Singapore filing history, drawn from DOL Labor Condition Application disclosure data. This lets you filter out companies that have never sponsored this visa category before reaching out or applying, which saves significant time in your job search.
Can I switch employers after my H-1B1 Singapore visa is approved?
Yes, but your new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application with DOL and you must apply for a new H-1B1 visa at the consulate before starting work. Unlike H-1B portability under AC21, there is no mechanism to begin working for the new employer while the process is pending. Plan for a gap between offer acceptance and your start date.
Does my Singaporean three-year degree qualify for H-1B1 specialty occupation?
A three-year bachelor's degree from a Singaporean university is generally accepted by U.S. consular officers for H-1B1 specialty occupation purposes, particularly for Software Engineer roles where the degree field directly matches the job. If your degree is from a polytechnic or is in a tangentially related field, your employer may need to supplement the application with a credential evaluation or evidence of equivalent experience.
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