Software Engineer - Athena, Ai & Data Platforms (AiDP)AI & Data Platforms (AiDP) is IS&T's engine for AI-powered innovation. The team brings together data, application development, and machine learning — including generative AI — along with data services and customer success functions, to help IS&T build solutions more efficiently and streamline the adoption and embedding of generative AI across Apple. Athena Platform Services (APS) is looking for a talented Software Engineer to play a meaningful role in building data services and platforms that run machine learning analytics to prevent fraud, waste and abuse across Apple. Athena is a machine learning platform committed to providing high-quality, data-driven risk decisioning. We are passionate about operational excellence and providing data-driven solutions with meaningful results!ResponsibilitiesTurn business and ML requirements into scalable platform and decisioning systemsBuild resilient, low-latency services for real-time inference and streaming dataDefine gold-standard CI/CD, observability, and SLA practices for Data and MLShip automated pipelines powering features, training, and online servingDrive performance and cost optimizations across Data and ML workloadsOwn data and model health with monitoring, validation, and drift detectionMinimum Qualifications5+ years building production-grade software or data platforms at scale.Proficient in Java, Python, or Scala.Hands-on experience with Spark, Flink, Kafka, or similar distributed data technologies.Experience designing, optimizing, and debugging large-scale production data pipelines.Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related technical majorPreferred QualificationsStrong systems thinking, communication, and problem-solving skills.Demonstrated bias for action, curiosity, and ability to learn new technologies quickly.Experience with ML/AI platforms, including feature engineering, model training, or GenAI workflows.Familiarity with Kubernetes and cloud-native technologies.Experience with Alibaba Cloud or other cloud platforms in regulated or region-specific environments, including PIPL.Experience mentoring engineers and driving technical collaboration.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 $150,400 and $225,300, 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 Benefits Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. 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 At 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 workplace Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants
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