Senior Database Systems Engineer, Cassandra Storage ASE

Apple's Cassandra Storage team is at the forefront of modern database technology, developing and contributing to Apache Cassandra - a distributed database that powers many of Apple's critical internet services. This role offers an opportunity to work with a team of experts on cutting-edge distributed systems and storage engineering.

As a Senior Database Systems Engineer, you'll be instrumental in evolving Apache Cassandra, working on sophisticated components that are deployed at massive scale. Your work will directly impact the storage platform that underlies many iCloud, Media, and other internet services at Apple, benefiting millions of Apple product users worldwide.

The role demands expertise in system-level hardware, networking, operating systems, and datacenter architecture. You'll work with distributed systems concepts, database fundamentals, and advanced engineering practices including performance optimization and software validation. The position requires both technical excellence and strong communication skills, as you'll collaborate with Site Reliability peers and engage with internal platform customers.

This is a unique opportunity to:

• Contribute to a critical open-source project used at enterprise scale
• Work with cutting-edge distributed systems technology
• Impact core infrastructure supporting Apple's most important services
• Join a team of technical experts in database and storage systems
• Develop solutions that must be both highly performant and extremely reliable

The role offers competitive compensation including base pay, stock benefits, and comprehensive healthcare coverage. You'll also have access to Apple's education reimbursement program and other professional development opportunities.

If you're passionate about distributed systems, database technology, and want to work on infrastructure that powers services used by millions daily, this role offers the perfect blend of technical challenge and real-world impact.