Software Development Engineer - Networking Technologies

Software Development Engineer - Networking TechnologiesCupertino,California,United StatesSoftware and ServicesThe Networking Technologies team builds foundational technologies that enable Apple products to communicate with each other and the rest of the world reliably, efficiently, securely, and privately! The team achieves this through invention and implementation of new technologies, collaboration inside and outside of Apple, and standardization across the industry! The team is looking for a motivated Software Development Engineer, focused on Network Stack Performance, to help improve the efficiency of the protocols, libraries, APIs, and applications across all our platforms. In collaboration with other development teams, you will participate in design, coding, testing and characterization of our new technologies, in a wide variety or today's networking environments.**Description**The ideal candidate will be able to work in a fast-paced environment, be self-driven to work across various organizations across Apple, balance multiple assignments in parallel, and have the acumen and strength to persuade and influence stakeholders. The candidate also needs to show initiative, ability to take ownership of a problem area, and demonstrate an ability to understand the groups technology in the larger context of the product and services. The role will require close collaboration with various cross-functional development and performance teams, and will benefit from a candidate with excellent interpersonal and communication skills, and having a passion for improving User Experience in Mobile environments. As a Software Engineer in the Network Performance Engineering team, you role will include: -performance development in our protocols and APIs frameworks -end-to-end investigations of performance issues in applications, operating systems and servers -design and implementation of tools to analyze and improve network performance -characterization and benchmarking of Networking related features, across a variety of Apple platforms**Minimum Qualifications**+ BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent networking software development experience+ Strong software design and development skills including; C, C++, ObjC, or Swift programming language experience+ Experience with HTTP and web networking technologies**Key Qualifications****Preferred Qualifications**+ Strong problem solving and troubleshooting skills+ Strong focus on distributed systems and server environments+ Excellent communication skills and ability to work with multi-functional engineering team+ Experience with the TCP/IP suite of protocols+ Experience developing scripts and tools+ macOS and iOS development experience, Xcode and Apple development tools+ Application, Library, Framework or API development experience+ Experience with system performance tools+ Track record of shipping products+ Ability to stay focused and prioritize a heavy workload while achieving extraordinary quality+ Experience with Network debugging tools (e.g. packet sniffers, protocol analyzers)+ Benchmarking design and implementation experience+ Experience configuring network equipments (Switches, Routers, NATs, Firewalls, VMs, ) in lab environment a plus+ Wireless and Cellular technologies experience a plus+ You are innovative, flexible, and results oriented with a positive attitude**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 Apples 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 Apples Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youll 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. 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