Software Development Engineer [REQ#200604074]

APPLE INC has the following available for Software Development Engineer (REQ#200604074) in Seattle, Washington. Design, develop and support personal assistant software for communication applications. Write code to implement features for iOS, watchOS and other on-device operating systems as well as server-side components. Work with design teams on specifications for future features, provide technical design specs, documentation and support for the delivered features for collaboration with quality engineering and other engineering teams. Responsible for writing unit, component and integration tests for Siri Messages and also for maintaining and tracking test coverage for product areas. Investigate production metrics and screen incoming problem and enhancement requests, from both internal and external consumers of the product. Responsible for analysis of trends, identifying issues and working with data and privacy teams to make sure the data is reliable and conforms to the strict privacy requirements. $166,600 - $250,600/yr.

REQUIREMENTS: Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Computer Engineering Software Engineering, or a related field and 2 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.

2 years of experience with each of the following skills is required:

1. Developing software systems using Java, Swift / Objective-C, or Python.

2. Testing and debugging of complex multi-layer distributed software systems

3. Experience in software systems design, and cross-functional product specification development

4. Working with distributed hybrid technology systems on large scale, communication and transport protocols and security

5. Experience in data structures, algorithms and patterns, optimization problem solving, performance and efficiency evaluation

6. Using XML, JSON, MacOS, Unix/Linux, or Shell to deploy server side logic, scripting, and software configuration on client server devices.

7. Working on and maintaining user-facing products used by millions of users

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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 $166,600 - $250,600/yr., 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 about Apple Benefits:

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