Lead Software Engineer Jobs in Cupertino, CA

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The Data Solutions & Initiatives (DSI) team supports Apple’s business leaders as they project, manage, and report on business performance. We do this by driving vast improvements for our customers, experiences that delight, platforms that scale to meet the demands of the business, tools that provide crucial productivity and insights.

Description

This is a software engineering tech lead role. You will collaborate closely day-to-day with engineers, users and business leaders to plan, design, build and deliver high-quality, scalable and resilient cloud-based software solutions that enable enriched and intelligent data exploration, analytics and reporting.","responsibilities":"Lead system architecture and delivery of resilient, scalable and complex software solutions meeting business needs in a timely and cost-efficient manner

Develop robust full-stack solutions with meticulous attention to quality and maintainability; Foster thoughtful innovation and experiment with better approaches while maintaining high standards

Partner with product, leadership and other cross-functional partners to define technical strategy and direction; Lead technical discussions that build shared understanding and drive alignment on priorities and trade-offs

Own technical strategy and delivery across the full development lifecycle; Ensure solutions deliver on functional and non-functional commitments

Debug production issue, performing root cause analysis and ensuring timely followups on short-term and long-term solutions

Mentor and coach engineers at various levels in system design thinking, problem solving and best practices; foster a culture of collaboration, excellence, innovation, and continuous learning

Drive technical exploration of promising technologies and approaches; Build proofs of concept to validate ideas and present learnings across engineering team to build collective knowledge and make informed recommendations

Lead long-term technical vision and roadmap; Identify and resolve performance and scalability issues, and drive large efforts to reduce technical debt

Preferred Qualifications

10+ years of hands-on software engineering experience

Proven track record of architecting and developing distributed systems leveraging big data technologies with long-term viability

Proven hands-on experience in rapid system scaling, performance and resilience testing

Deep working knowledge of AWS or other cloud platforms

Familiarity with data modeling and machine learning algorithms

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience

Minimum Qualifications

7+ years of hands-on software engineering experience with impeccable analytical and problem-solving skills

Proven track record of leading cross-functional technical projects and planning roadmap in which near-term initiatives ladder to long-term mission

Proficiency in JavaScript/TypeScript and one compiled language, e.g. Java, Go, Scala

Familiarity with systems architecture, distributed systems and big data technologies

Knowledge of infrastructure, various data stores and caches

Experience in conveying technical concepts effectively and building shared understanding across engineering, product and leadership teams

Ability to guide teams through iterative planning, execution, and delivery processes

Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals and software design principles; Desire for continuous learning

Demonstrated history of continuous technical growth and comfort mastering new areas and technologies

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 $171,600 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. 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.