Apple services make extensive use of Java Virtual Machine (JVM) and Java Development Kit (JDK) technology. Apple services therefore need world class libraries in order to operate in a distributed, performant, and reliant fashion. A few examples of libraries in the JVM space that are lead by our team are Netty ( and ServiceTalk ( Team members are passionate about working across a large organization to understand where library changes are justified, configuration changes, or if application tuning would be sufficient. If you are interested in digging into networking protocols all the way up to exposing these capabilities in a user friendly fashion then we’d love to hear from you!

Description

As an experienced software engineer you will contribute to and build JVM based libraries that enable services at Apple’s scale. This is an opportunity to demonstrate your leadership skills, influencing and improving the networking stack for Apple services. You will have the opportunity to work with a team which has set its sights on improving impact across Apple. Senior engineers will be expected to excel at making informed technology choices within complex architectures, whether it's deciding to build or buy specific components and selecting the right frameworks. Your deep understanding of the organization's business, products, customers, and strategy will empower us to pinpoint opportunities aligning with our team's mission. We expect senior engineers to make decisive choices even amid conflicting perspectives, demonstrating our commitment by disagreeing when necessary and then committing to the chosen path. Navigating ambiguity is our strength - you will concentrate on the broader objectives, goals, and desired impact, taking deliberate steps forward. Our dedication extends to coaching and mentoring teammates, considering their unique skills, backgrounds, and working styles. You will actively seek and provide constructive feedback to foster growth within our team. Here you will find that we:• Have a peaceful work environment where you can choose when to socialize and when to focus.• Provide technical guidance and mentorship as needed.• Have an encouraging and growth-focused workplace culture.• Encourage you to use accrued vacation time and maintain a healthy work-life balance.• Offer excellent benefits!

Minimum Qualifications

  • Expert knowledge of Java
  • Java API design and evolution through the lifetime of a library
  • Understanding of concurrency and multi-threaded concepts
  • Proficient with networking and inter-process communication. Understanding of popular networking protocols such as HTTP/1.x and HTTP/2 is desirable.
  • Deep knowledge of Java Memory Model
  • Understanding of how to do JVM performance analysis and make corresponding improvements
  • Professional experience partnering with application and library developers to write more friendly code for the JVM/JDK
  • Understanding of Java Development Kit (e.g. Java APIs and library implementations)
  • General knowledge about Garbage Collection and its impacts on library/application development
  • General knowledge about JIT technologies and its impacts on library/application development

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

  • C++/JNI knowledge

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

Pay & Benefits

  • At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,800 and $312,200, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

    Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

    Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.