Senior Software Engineer - Apple Ads

Apple • Cupertino, CA

139d • $181,100 - $318,400

About The Position

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. As a Software Engineer on our team, you'll be instrumental in crafting the future of Apple's advertising platforms. You'll work on highly scalable, low-latency systems that power billions of ad impressions daily. You'll collaborate with world-class engineers to solve complex technical challenges and drive innovation. If you're passionate about building innovative products and shaping the future of advertising, we invite you to join our team!

Requirements

• 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.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark, Kafka).
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize highly scalable, distributed systems.
• Leverage cloud-native technologies and microservices architecture to build robust and resilient solutions.
• Tackle complex technical challenges, drive innovation, and stay up-to-date with emerging technologies.
• Work closely with product managers, architects, and other engineers to deliver high-quality solutions.

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage.
• Retirement benefits.
• A range of discounted products and free services.
• Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition.
• Discretionary bonuses or commission payments.
• Relocation assistance.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree