Software Engineer, App Store

Role Number: 200678254Team: Software and ServicesLocation: CupertinoPosted: 2026-08-17SummaryApple Services Engineering is one of the most exciting examples of Apple's long-held passion forcombining the liberal arts and technology. We are the people who power Apple TV, Apple Music, ApplePodcasts, Apple Books, and the App Store. Our products operate at massive scale, delivering a hugevariety of entertainment to customers in more than 150 countries and over 35 languages, and meetingApple's high expectations for performance and quality at every step.Our engineers build secure, end-to-end solutions: the custom software that processes creative work,the tools our providers use to deliver media, the server-side systems, and the APIs behind many Appleservices. We use those systems to build delightful, easy-to-use customer experiences, increasinglyenhanced by AI and generative AI. Thanks to Apple's unique integration of hardware, software, andservices, engineers here get behind a single unified vision, one that always includes a deepcommitment to privacy, a core Apple value.Although Services is a bigger part of Apple's business than ever, these teams remain small, nimble,and cross-functional, which means greater visibility and a wider array of opportunities than you mightexpect. If you care about the details that make an interface feel effortless, you will find a lot to lovehere.DescriptionAs a Frontend Engineer on Apple Services Engineering, you will build the next generation of customer-facing user experiences for some of the world's most widely used subscription services. You will workday to day in HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and TypeScript alongside modern component frameworks andbuild tooling, partnering closely with design, product, and backend engineers to ship interfaces that arefast, accessible, and beautiful at global scale.This is a hands-on engineering role where craft matters. The surfaces you build are seen by hundredsof millions of people, so attention to detail, a high bar for quality, and a genuine investment inperformance and accessibility are essential. You will also have the opportunity to help surface AI-powered and generative AI capabilities in consumer-facing interfaces, translating complex modelbehavior into experiences that feel simple and intuitive.We are looking for someone who is self-motivated and drives their commitments to completion, whocollaborates generously, and who enjoys mentoring as much as being mentored. If you like solvinghard problems and sweating the small stuff, this role is for you.Minimum QualificationsExperience building complex, large-scale production applications with HTML, CSS, and JavaScript.Proficiency in at least one modern JavaScript or TypeScript component framework, such as Svelte,React, Vue, or equivalent.Experience writing maintainable CSS at scale, including preprocessors or modern CSS tooling (Sass,LESS, CSS modules, or equivalent).Working knowledge of the modern frontend toolchain, including Node.js, package management,module bundlers such as Vite or Webpack, continuous integration, and networkingfundamentals.Experience writing automated tests for frontend code using frameworks such as Vitest, Jest,Playwright, or Cypress.Preferred QualificationsDemonstrated craft and a high quality bar, with strong attention to detail in shipped user interfaces.Depth in web performance and accessibility, including profiling, measurement, and WCAG-alignedpractices in large-scale applications.Strong debugging and problem-solving skills spanning build tooling, network behavior, and the browserruntime.Experience with Svelte, and with building or maintaining shared component libraries and designsystems.Excellent collaboration and communication skills, with a track record of partnering across design,product, and backend, and of both mentoring and being mentored.Self-motivated ownership, with a history of driving commitments to completion and surfacing risksearly.Familiarity with AI and ML concepts, and experience integrating AI-driven or generative AI features intoweb interfaces.Pay & BenefitsAt 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 $184,700 and $277,600, 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 BenefitsNote: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.EEO StatementApple 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 applicantAccessibilityAt Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsApplication DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.