Principal Software Engineer, Apple Services Engineering

Apple is seeking a Principal Software Engineer to join their Software and Services team in Seattle. This role is part of a high-leverage team designing, building, and growing Apple's privacy-focused platform that enables many of Apple's signature apps and experiences. The platform impacts over a billion users and is essential to Apple's growth in services.

As a Principal Software Engineer, you'll be working on developing the next generation of cloud platform that powers Apple Intelligence Private Cloud Compute and various critical services including FaceTime, iCloud Drive, Photos, Backup, and Push notifications. The role requires expertise in building scalable microservices, containerization, and serverless technologies.

The ideal candidate will have 7+ years of experience and strong technical skills in Java or Go, along with knowledge of RESTful and gRPC protocols. Experience with public cloud environments (AWS, GCP, or Azure) is preferred. The position offers competitive compensation ranging from $197,400 to $296,300, along with comprehensive benefits including medical coverage, stock options, and education reimbursement.

This is an opportunity to work with a passionate team that's more than just engineers - they're dedicated to Apple products, services, and engineering culture. You'll have the chance to shape the team's culture and processes while working on solutions that impact billions of users worldwide. The role combines technical leadership with hands-on development, requiring both excellent communication skills and the ability to build relationships across diverse groups.