Senior Software Engineer Sunnyvale,California,United States Software and Services Apple's Edge Services team is seeking experienced software engineers to build world-class systems that power the next generation of Edge application traffic management. Our team develops and operates critical infrastructure, including proxies, content delivery networks, load balancers, and tools required to manage an edge network at an internet scale. With a vast network of Points of Presence (POPs) worldwide, we ensure fast, reliable, and scalable traffic routing and content delivery for Apple. **Description** Join us to design, build, and optimize the systems that power Apple's global edge network, collaborate with experts in network engineering, distributed systems, and protocol development to create cutting-edge solutions that impact billions of users. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES: - Design and implement next-generation networking protocols, including HTTP/3, QUIC, and DoH - Collaborate with other Engineering teams to architect and build the next-generation edge network - Optimize the efficiency, scalability, and reliability of Apple's edge infrastructure to handle global traffic demands - Conduct design and code reviews, mentoring peers while ensuring high-quality software - Continuously analyze system performance to identify and resolve bottlenecks **Minimum Qualifications** + 5+ years of experience working with HTTP, TLS, C++, and Linux + Proven expertise in developing and debugging system-level services in high performance languages like C++ or Swift + Strong knowledge of networking protocols, including HTTP, QUIC, TLS, or TCP/IP + Experience with concurrency, multithreading, distributed systems, and server architectures + Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, a related field, or equivalent practical experience **Key Qualifications** **Preferred Qualifications** + Familiarity with proxy systems such as NGINX or Envoy + Experience with containerization (e.g., Docker, Kubernetes) and infrastructure as code tools + Proficiency in performance analysis, debugging, and observability tools + A passion for solving complex problems at scale and driving technical innovation **Education & Experience** **Additional Requirements** **Pay & Benefits** + 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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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. 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