Software Engineer (Developer Tools Installation Technologies), Developer Workflows

Software Engineer (Developer Tools Installation Technologies), Developer Workflows

Apple's Software Engineering organization (SWE) is responsible for some of the most advanced software on the planet, across many platforms and products. The Installation Technologies team builds the tools and services that deliver Xcode and its components to developers and engineering teams across Apple. If you're curious, love solving hard problems, and care deeply about the craft of software engineering — we'd love to hear from you.

Description

In this role, you'll design, build, and maintain the systems that install and update Xcode and its components. Our team is driving innovation in software distribution tools that will dramatically improve developer productivity — and you'll help shape what comes next. You'll own meaningful projects from concept through delivery, collaborating closely with your team and cross-functional partners to solve complex technical challenges with elegant, well-crafted solutions. You'll evaluate technologies, understand customer needs, and implement systems that enhance developer productivity. You'll have the opportunity to influence technical direction and drive improvements to how Apple's developer tools are delivered. We're looking for someone with strong software engineering fundamentals — someone who writes clear, well-tested code and thinks carefully about system design, reliability, and maintainability. Curiosity matters here: you'll encounter unfamiliar problem spaces regularly, and we value people who dig in, ask good questions, and learn quickly. Our team has a wide range of engineering backgrounds and experience levels. We foster an encouraging, growth-focused culture where people support each other, share knowledge openly, and maintain a healthy work-life balance.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience building software applications and tools
• Solid foundation in software engineering fundamentals: data structures, algorithms, system design, and testing
• Experience designing and building applications on Apple platforms using Swift or Objective-C
• Demonstrated ability to take ownership of projects and drive them to completion
• B.S. or M.S. in Computer Science, or equivalent practical experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with continuous integration, continuous delivery, or software distribution systems
• Familiarity with SwiftUI or AppKit
• Experience working across teams or organizations to solve shared technical problems
• A track record of improving developer tools, workflows, or infrastructure
• Comfort working in unfamiliar codebases and learning new technologies independently
• Track record of advocating for a great customer experience in technical and product decisions

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 $147,400 and $220,900, 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.