Apple
Software Build & Integration Engineer
Apple, San Diego, California, United States, 92189
Software Build & Integration Engineer
San Diego,California,United States
Software and Services
The Software Build & Integration team at Apple is at the core of the Apple software development process. We are responsible for delivering the state-of-the-art operating systems and applications to Apple customers. The role empowers build engineers to influence new feature integration into Apple software, by collaborating with engineers from Software, Hardware, Localization, QA, and Project Management teams. Software Build & Integration Engineers will have the opportunity to utilize and implement solutions using distributed computing, cloud services, and virtualization technologies to deliver Apple software to customers. This involves engineering innovative solutions for Apple's production build system in support of macOS, iOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS, Xcode, and more!
Description
Job Responsibilities Specific responsibilities include: - Working cross functionally with teams across Apple to ship new features or products - Collaborating with Apple development teams to configure project code bases - Coordinating with product teams to modify integration pipelines with zero downtime - Ensuring high quality outcomes for all developer tools-focused deliveries - Bringing modern solutions to solve unique challenges with developer tools delivery - Troubleshooting and resolving complex software integration issues - Developing tools and processes to improve and automate workflows - Filing actionable bugs and resolving bugs efficiently Job Expectations A successful software build & integration engineer will be expected to: - Have excellent verbal and written communication skills - Exercise critical thinking skills, anticipating the needs of others - Have strong multi-tasking skills - Build deep relationships with product owners - Utilize Apple's technology stack to solve challenges with developer tools builds and integration - Understand and account for edge cases with developer tooling to ensure scalability for operational teams - Be an independent learner, insatiably curious, and know when to ask for help - Demonstrate willingness to ask for clarification and context to understand the "big picture" - Find multiple solutions to a problem, evaluate tradeoffs, and decide the best approach - Understand, retain, and perform complex procedures relevant to software integration and configuration pipelines - Be proficient with git or other version control - Develop strong UNIX debugging skills - Document and communicate status frequently to product teams, engineering program managers, and other stakeholders - Document new processes, and update existing documentation
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors, Masters, or equivalent experience in Computer Science
1-3 years Software Build-related experience
UNIX administration and strong software debugging skills
Deep knowledge of toolchain assembly and developer tools builds
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
macOS, iOS, or UNIX development experience
Strong problem solving and debugging skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of operating system, network, and compiler concepts
Comfortable writing scripts (Bash, Python, Perl, Ruby, etc.)
Proficiency with advanced text editors (Sublime, vim, emacs)
Customer service experience
Ability to anticipate the needs of others and adapt to changing conditions
Authoring complex regular expressions
Experience with Xcode and/or Makefiles
Comfortable reading backtraces and stack traces
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 $129,600 and $236,300, 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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)
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San Diego,California,United States
Software and Services
The Software Build & Integration team at Apple is at the core of the Apple software development process. We are responsible for delivering the state-of-the-art operating systems and applications to Apple customers. The role empowers build engineers to influence new feature integration into Apple software, by collaborating with engineers from Software, Hardware, Localization, QA, and Project Management teams. Software Build & Integration Engineers will have the opportunity to utilize and implement solutions using distributed computing, cloud services, and virtualization technologies to deliver Apple software to customers. This involves engineering innovative solutions for Apple's production build system in support of macOS, iOS, watchOS, tvOS, visionOS, Xcode, and more!
Description
Job Responsibilities Specific responsibilities include: - Working cross functionally with teams across Apple to ship new features or products - Collaborating with Apple development teams to configure project code bases - Coordinating with product teams to modify integration pipelines with zero downtime - Ensuring high quality outcomes for all developer tools-focused deliveries - Bringing modern solutions to solve unique challenges with developer tools delivery - Troubleshooting and resolving complex software integration issues - Developing tools and processes to improve and automate workflows - Filing actionable bugs and resolving bugs efficiently Job Expectations A successful software build & integration engineer will be expected to: - Have excellent verbal and written communication skills - Exercise critical thinking skills, anticipating the needs of others - Have strong multi-tasking skills - Build deep relationships with product owners - Utilize Apple's technology stack to solve challenges with developer tools builds and integration - Understand and account for edge cases with developer tooling to ensure scalability for operational teams - Be an independent learner, insatiably curious, and know when to ask for help - Demonstrate willingness to ask for clarification and context to understand the "big picture" - Find multiple solutions to a problem, evaluate tradeoffs, and decide the best approach - Understand, retain, and perform complex procedures relevant to software integration and configuration pipelines - Be proficient with git or other version control - Develop strong UNIX debugging skills - Document and communicate status frequently to product teams, engineering program managers, and other stakeholders - Document new processes, and update existing documentation
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelors, Masters, or equivalent experience in Computer Science
1-3 years Software Build-related experience
UNIX administration and strong software debugging skills
Deep knowledge of toolchain assembly and developer tools builds
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
macOS, iOS, or UNIX development experience
Strong problem solving and debugging skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Knowledge of operating system, network, and compiler concepts
Comfortable writing scripts (Bash, Python, Perl, Ruby, etc.)
Proficiency with advanced text editors (Sublime, vim, emacs)
Customer service experience
Ability to anticipate the needs of others and adapt to changing conditions
Authoring complex regular expressions
Experience with Xcode and/or Makefiles
Comfortable reading backtraces and stack traces
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 $129,600 and $236,300, 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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)
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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 (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will not discriminate or retaliate against applicants who inquire about, disclose, or discuss their compensation or that of other applicants. United States Department of Labor. Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple will consider for employment all qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with applicable law. If you’re applying for a position in San Francisco, review the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance guidelines (opens in a new window) applicable in your area.
Apple participates in the E-Verify program in certain locations as required by law. Learn more about the E-Verify program (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .
Apple is a drug-free workplace. Reasonable Accommodation and Drug Free Workplace policy Learn more (Opens in a new window) .