Platform Architect

Summary

Apple’s software platform is the core foundation that enables developers to create a rich ecosystem of applications. We’re looking for individuals passionate about crafting great software to help guide the future direction of our platform. As a member of the team, you’ll be able to influence the direction of a wide variety of software features. Your experience will enable you to thoughtfully balance the various tradeoffs involved in creating a successful platform.

This role requires navigating complex design and architectural constraints and will also include facilitating sensitive conversations with multiple stakeholders. Come help us deliver a software application platform that enables developers to create amazing apps.

In this role, you will be a key member of the team that is working across the software engineering organization and with cross‑functional partners to develop Apple’s software application platform.

• Engage with teams within the software organizations and beyond to create the best platform possible. Throughout the software development cycle, you will partner with engineering teams as the voice of the platform to craft a great developer story.
• Evaluate developer requests. Developers have a valuable voice in helping to define how our platform should evolve. You will work with developer relations, engineering, and others to evaluate incoming requests from developers and design solutions that enhance the platform offerings.
• Promote best practices for building a great platform. Create processes and training that scale our efforts across software engineering.
• Engage with legal partners to navigate evolving regulatory requirements. Review features to ensure they align with regulatory requirements across the globe.

• 10+ years of experience working in software development in Swift or Objective‑C.
• A strong understanding of software architecture, API design, and system designli>
• Strong written and presentation skills, able to communicate effectively with engineers and senior leaders.
• Proven ability to ramp up quickly on new technologies.
• Self‑driven with the ability to work autonomously while managing multiple and simultaneous work tracks.

• Experience leading large cross‑functional software projects.
• Track record of shipping software at scale.
• Understanding of developing platform software, especially iOS and macOS.
• Experience with software regulation compliance.

Base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a. The base pay range for this role is between $181,100 and $318,400, 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 the 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 reimbursement for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, including tuition. This role might also be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.