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Senior Software Engineer, Control/Data Plane

Apple

Location

Sunnyvale, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Apple Cloud Networking team is seeking passionate individuals to contribute to the development of scalable and reliable network infrastructure for Apple's cloud services. This role involves designing, building, and operating new services that support virtualized networks, computing, and storage. Team members will face unique challenges that require innovative solutions and collaboration. The ideal candidate will thrive in a dynamic environment and be excited about shaping the future of cloud infrastructure.

Requirements

  • Proficiency in Java, C++, Go, scripting languages, Git, and configuration management systems.
  • Experience in building scalable services and architectural design.
  • Strong organizational and communication skills.
  • Ability to prioritize tasks and deliver on bold deadlines.
  • BS and MS or equivalent experience in Computer Science.

Responsibilities

  • Design and build new services for virtualized networks, computing, and storage.
  • Collaborate with teams across Apple to ensure infrastructure reliability and scalability.
  • Innovate and develop solutions to address unique challenges at a global scale.
  • Debug production issues and drive closures effectively.

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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