Apple is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to join the Satellite Communications Group, focusing on building and maintaining large-scale, resilient systems that provide satellite connectivity for iPhone and Watch Ultra users. The role emphasizes creating an Apple service enabling platform that millions rely on daily, with a strong focus on distributed systems and cloud infrastructure. Candidates will have the opportunity to shape critical customer-facing services and work within a no-ops culture. This position is ideal for those who enjoy solving problems through software development.

• 5+ years of software engineering or DevOps experience
• Proficient in at least one programming language such as Python, Go, Rust, or C++
• Strong experience with large-scale distributed systems, including replication and high availability
• Experience with cloud environments like AWS, GCP, or Azure
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools such as Terraform or Ansible
• Experience with containerization and orchestration technologies like Docker and Kubernetes
• Strong operational and troubleshooting skills
• Deep understanding of distributed systems principles, including consistency and fault tolerance
• Experience with real-time and batch data processing pipelines using technologies like Kafka or Spark

• Build and run an Apple service enabling platform for satellite connectivity
• Contribute to the design and architecture of distributed systems and cloud infrastructure
• Monitor and maintain large-scale systems that provide communication services via satellite
• Develop and optimize real-time and batch data processing pipelines
• Implement zero-downtime deployments and manage job scheduling systems
• Collaborate with team members to enhance the overall infrastructure and services

• 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.