Apple is seeking an experienced software engineer to join the Data Solutions team within Data Services, focusing on building and evolving distributed data systems for critical consumer services like Apple Music, TV, and Podcasts. The role involves working on high-scale streaming and data processing platforms, addressing challenges related to cross-datacenter replication and low-latency data delivery. As a leader, you will manage and mentor engineers while overseeing technical execution and maintaining engineering standards. Your work will have a direct impact on hundreds of millions of Apple users.

• 5+ years of experience in software development, with at least 3 years in distributed systems or messaging platforms at scale.
• 2+ years of technical leadership experience overseeing complex projects and multiple engineers.
• Proficiency in Java, Scala, or other languages used in Kafka development.
• Advanced understanding of algorithms, data structures, fault tolerance, and performance for large-scale messaging systems.
• BS, MS, or PhD in Computer Science or a related technical field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Deep knowledge of Kafka broker internals, replication, partitioning, client libraries, and event delivery guarantees.
• Familiarity with distributed systems concepts such as consensus protocols, consistency models, and fault tolerance.
• Experience with multi-datacenter deployments, load balancing, quota management, and tenant isolation.
• Strong background in testing methodologies, including fault injection, property-based testing, and performance benchmarking.
• Experience contributing to open-source projects, ideally Apache Kafka or related ecosystems.

• Build and evolve distributed data systems that power Apple's consumer services.
• Manage, mentor, and grow engineers responsible for internal platform needs and open-source contributions.
• Oversee technical execution and maintain engineering standards across the Kafka ecosystem.
• Drive operational excellence, including monitoring, incident response, and long-term remediation strategies.
• Solve complex problems related to cross-datacenter replication and low-latency data delivery.

• 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.