Software Engineer – Apple – Vancouver, BC
Location: Vancouver, BC | Company: Apple
Apple is hiring a Software Engineer to join the Developer Foundations team in Vancouver, British Columbia. This team within Apple’s Tools & Frameworks organization builds highly available automated integration systems, distributed computing frameworks, and reliability infrastructure that protect the software Apple delivers to millions of users worldwide.
In this role, you’ll design, implement, and optimize systems critical to everyday software development. You’ll work cross-functionally to solve complex technical problems, interact with engineers using your tools, and ensure Apple’s software foundation is robust, reliable, and built for scale. This is a unique opportunity to contribute to Apple’s core engineering environment while growing your career in one of the most innovative companies globally.
About the Role
As a Software Engineer on Developer Foundations, you will contribute to the technical design and delivery of distributed infrastructure and integration systems. You’ll independently drive projects, collaborate with internal teams, debug issues, and ensure elegant and effective solutions are implemented.
The role covers the full product lifecycle—from feature planning and system design to implementation and documentation. Your contributions will directly enhance Apple’s developer productivity, ensuring software shipped to customers is tested, integrated, and validated with the highest standards of quality.
Benefits and Salary
Apple offers a highly competitive compensation package. The base pay for this role ranges between $94,500 and $174,200, depending on skills, qualifications, and experience. Additional benefits include:
- Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- Retirement benefits and RRSP with employer match
- Employee Stock Purchase Plan and discretionary stock unit awards
- Paid vacation, holidays, and leave programs
- Educational expense reimbursement for career advancement
- Discounted Apple products, fitness perks, and relocation assistance
Job Details
📌 Job Type: Full-Time
🏢 Company: Apple
📍 Location: Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada
🆔 Role Number: 200617284-3350
🗓️ Posted: August 20, 2025
Requirements / Skills
- 2+ years of professional software engineering experience
- Proficiency in Java, Scala, or Kotlin, or another strongly typed/functional language
- Deep understanding of software design principles and system architecture
- Experience with cloud infrastructure, databases, and APIs
- B.S./M.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience
- Preferred: knowledge of Swift or Python, problem-solving skills, and project leadership experience
How to Apply
Ready to join Apple’s Developer Foundations team? Apply directly through the official Apple Careers page below.
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Job Summary & Tips for Applying
To stand out for this Software Engineer role, highlight your proficiency in Java, Scala, or Kotlin, along with hands-on experience designing scalable systems and working with cloud infrastructure. Recruiters will value clear examples of projects where you improved system reliability, optimized architecture, or delivered tools supporting large developer teams.
Additionally, emphasize any exposure to distributed systems, functional programming, or automation frameworks. If you’ve worked cross-functionally, mention how you collaborated with engineers or customers to solve technical problems—Apple looks for engineers who can pair technical skill with strong communication and problem-solving.