Systems Software Engineer, Platform Architecture
AppleSystems Software Engineer, Platform Architecture
AppleLocation
Austin, TX, Cupertino, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
9/22/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
Apple's Platform Architecture group is seeking a Machine Learning engineer to develop and support innovative technologies for best-in-class system prototypes. This role involves collaboration with engineers across Apple to build and deploy prototype systems that enhance the integration of hardware and software. The engineer will work closely with silicon engineering teams on next-generation chips that impact millions of users worldwide. A passion for crafting elegant cloud solutions and attention to detail are essential for success in this position.
Requirements
- BS degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related engineering field.
- 10+ years of relevant industry experience.
- Experience with programming languages such as Go, Swift, or C++.
- Experience with scripting languages like Python or Bash.
- Experience debugging complex systems.
- Understanding and practical experience with HTTP, DNS, RPC frameworks, databases, and operating systems.
- Good understanding of Cloud security concepts and knowledge of Authentication/Authorization frameworks and tools.
- Knowledge of container technologies such as Docker, Podman, or Apple Container.
- Excellent communication, analytical, and documentation skills.
- Experience training neural networks for custom applications.
- Exposure to Silicon workflows.
Responsibilities
- Develop and support new technologies for system prototypes.
- Collaborate with engineers across Apple to build and deploy prototype systems.
- Work with silicon engineering teams on next-generation chip development.
- Craft elegant cloud solutions to complex challenges.
- Debug complex systems to ensure optimal performance.
- Implement best practices in cloud security and data management.
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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