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Data Engineer

Apple

Location

Austin, TX, Cupertino, CA, San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Master's with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

The Data Software Engineer will be part of the Apple Silicon Technology group, focusing on designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data infrastructure and software systems. This role involves collaboration with data scientists, analysts, and product teams to create reliable and high-performing data solutions. The engineer will bridge the gap between software engineering and data engineering, constructing robust data pipelines and analytics platforms. The position is crucial for enabling the organization to derive valuable insights from extensive datasets.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
  • Three or more years of experience in software development with a focus on data systems.
  • Proficiency in Python programming language.
  • Experience with Oracle SQL and database design principles.
  • Experience with Linux operating systems.
  • Proficiency in version control systems (Git).
  • Strong problem-solving and analytical abilities.
  • Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
  • Experience in semiconductor or high-tech research and development (R&D) and manufacturing environments.
  • Master's degree in computer science, data engineering, or a related field is preferred.
  • 5+ years of experience in data engineering or data-focused software development is preferred.
  • Experience with Cassandra NoSQL database is preferred.
  • Familiarity with machine learning workflows and machine learning operations (MLOps) practices is preferred.
  • Experience with data visualization tools and business intelligence platforms is preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Design and maintain scalable data infrastructure and software systems.
  • Collaborate closely with data scientists, analysts, and product teams.
  • Establish reliable and high-performing data solutions.
  • Design data architectures and optimize data processing workflows.
  • Ensure data quality and governance throughout the systems.

Benefits

  • Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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