Apple is seeking an experienced database Software Engineer to contribute to the development of the next generation of Apple's cloud services. The role involves working on a core component of the iCloud Platform, which is essential for delivering exceptional customer experiences. The FoundationDB team is looking for dedicated developers who can take on significant responsibility and influence the backend's direction. This position will focus on improving system efficiency, scaling, and reducing latency while impacting millions of users.

• 5+ years of industry experience in designing, implementing, and operating highly scalable distributed systems.
• Working experience with programming languages such as C++.
• Experience in performance benchmarking, debugging, and tuning distributed systems.
• Bachelor's Degree in an engineering-related field or equivalent related experience.
• Excellent communication skills to build relationships with diverse groups of people.
• Familiarity with NoSQL or other modern data storage systems, including expertise in replication, consensus, and transactions.

• Develop and enhance the FoundationDB system to improve its capabilities.
• Drive the full cycle of efficiency improvement for the product.
• Scale the system while reducing latency and improving availability.
• Manage technical and organizational complexity to bring projects from idea to production.
• Innovate new solutions to complex problems in the backend architecture.

• 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.