Staff Software Engineer - Foundationdb

Apple

United States Of America, United States
Not specified (assumed flexible given the nature of the role).
15+ years experience in distributed systems
Design planet-scale database architecture
Drive technical strategy for cloud services
Apple is seeking a highly experienced Staff Software Engineer to join the FoundationDB team, focusing on the development of scalable and efficient cloud services. The role emphasizes individual responsibility and influence in designing backend systems that support critical Apple services, impacting millions of users

Job Summary

  • This role involves designing foundational changes to the FoundationDB database engine to support Apple's iCloud Platform at a planet scale.
  • The successful candidate will drive the long-term technical vision while balancing immediate business needs with architectural integrity.
  • You will serve as a technical mentor and force multiplier, fostering a culture of rigorous code review and innovative thinking across the organization.

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Apple is seeking a highly experienced Staff Software Engineer to join the FoundationDB team, focusing on the development of scalable and efficient cloud services. The role emphasizes individual responsibility and influence in designing backend systems that support critical Apple services, impacting millions of users.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 15+ years experience in distributed systems
  • Design planet-scale database architecture
  • Drive technical strategy for cloud services
  • Mentor engineering teams and enforce code quality

Nice-to-have

  • Passion for software reuse and efficiency
  • Experience with simulation testing frameworks
  • Ability to visualize benchmark results
  • Strong ideas for backend direction

Key Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in engineering or equivalent experience
  • 15+ years of proven experience in scalable distributed systems
  • Expertise in C++ or Swift programming languages

Work Rights

Not specified

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