This role involves developing and maintaining Apple's relational database platform, specifically focusing on PostgreSQL databases that support critical workloads across various sectors. The team is responsible for creating secure, API-driven services that manage the lifecycle of database clusters at scale. Engineers will work on automation, reliability, and observability, ensuring that Apple services remain highly available and efficient. The position emphasizes innovation and the integration of AI-powered solutions to enhance database management.

• 5+ years of software development experience
• Experience building highly available software services or platform infrastructure
• Experience designing, building, and maintaining API-driven microservices
• Proficient in Python, with optional knowledge of Java, Kotlin, or C/C++
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent work experience
• Experience building and interacting with Cloud APIs such as AWS or GCP
• Experience working with relational databases
• Good understanding of PostgreSQL internals
• Experience supporting PaaS or DBaaS at scale
• Familiarity with observability platforms like Prometheus, Grafana, or Splunk
• Experience with AI/ML tooling, including LLM APIs and integrating ML inference into production services

• Develop and maintain the automation layer for managing PostgreSQL databases at scale
• Ensure deep observability, durability, and automation for database services
• Enhance monitoring and alerting systems to improve reliability
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to integrate AI-powered solutions
• Push the boundaries of automation in database management

• 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.