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Apple helped me become a better engineer, and I helped Apple change the world

Software Engineer
Former Employee
Worked at Apple for 9 years
March 5, 2013
Cupertino, California
5.0
RecommendsNeutral OutlookApproves of CEO
Pros

Get to work on amazing new stuff that actually ships. Tens of millions of people run my code every day in their iPhone, iPad, or Mac. Worked with and learned from the best people in the industry. Tons of mutual respect for all fellow employees. Confidence: you are at Apple. If it can be done, then we can do it.

Cons

Some teams are better than others.

Some managers would be better engineers.

It's hard to live up to the reputation of Apple.

Advice to Management

Your employees love working for you. Just please make sure you aggressively fight political situations and poor management, and trust in your engineers to do what it takes to make awesome stuff.

Also: a profound thank you for many awesome years. I never felt like I was wasting my time.

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