Senior Software Engineer, Maps Search

Apple

About The Position

The Maps Search Platform and Services team is seeking an outstanding Senior Software Engineer to build Search Platforms and fundamental services that power Maps Core Search, Autocomplete, and other services. As a Senior Software Engineer in the Apple Maps team, you'll be instrumental in contributing to both the search platform and the product itself. You'll have the opportunity to innovate on the search platforms, crafting elegant solutions within distributed systems. Collaborating closely with development and product teams, you'll build seamless solutions that work across the entire Apple ecosystem. Additionally, you'll participate in design and code reviews, working alongside engineers and QA to deliver a high-quality search experience to our customers.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering or equivalent practical experience
7+ years of hands-on software engineering experience at Principal IC level.
Experience in building search related services.
Expertise in one or more modern programming languages, such as Java, C++, Python.
Experience on collecting high-level requirements and translating them into pragmatic solutions.
Demonstrated success in working with cross-functional teams including parters, product management, business teams.
Solid interpersonal and communications skills, with proven ability to translate complex technical concepts and roadmaps to diverse audiences.

Nice To Haves

Master's or PhD in Computer Science or related fields
Understanding of search indexing and ranking algorithms
Experience in high throughput, low latency distributed systems.

Responsibilities

Hands-on technical leadership on multiple fronts such as architecture, development, code reviews, and operations.
Own and drive multiple critical work streams, which includes vision/direction setting, overseeing the overall planning and execution toward clear objectives with measurable key results.
Conduct deep-dives on product design and architecture, in collaboration with various engineering teams and having a direct impact on product development.