Infrastructure Platform Software Engineer

Infrastructure Platform Software Engineer

Embark on an exciting journey as an Infrastructure Automation Engineer in our dynamic Sunnyvale team! This role offers a unique opportunity to shape the future of our infrastructure by leveraging cutting-edge automation technologies, including Puppet 7 and 8, and embracing the power of AI. You'll collaborate closely with a talented team, contributing to the design, development, and deployment of innovative solutions that streamline our processes and drive efficiency. If you're passionate about automation, possess a record of leadership and innovation, and thrive in a collaborative environment, this is the perfect opportunity to make a significant impact.

As an Infrastructure Platform Software Engineer, you'll play a crucial role in automating and optimizing our infrastructure. Your responsibilities will include developing, maintaining, and enhancing Puppet modules and infrastructure code, leveraging the latest features of Puppet 7 and 8.

Responsibilities include:

• Design and implement robust release pipelines using GitFlow branching strategies and create and maintain build jobs within our build system, either Jenkins or Rio. Additionally, troubleshoot and resolve complex infrastructure and release-related issues, contribute to the design and architecture of our infrastructure automation solutions, and actively explore and integrate AI tools and techniques to enhance automation workflows, improve system performance, and optimize Puppet code.
• Contribute to a culture of continuous improvement by bringing new perspectives and innovative solutions to existing challenges. Depending on the role, you may lead project teams, design projects, and take ownership for complete projects or major components. Demonstrating leadership, innovation, responsibility, and creative thinking, you'll influence others and achieve organizational impact.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Experience in infrastructure automation, with a focus on configuration management tools.
• Understanding of software development principles and the software development lifecycle.
• Familiarity with release engineering principles and practices, including GitFlow branching.
• Proficiency in at least one object orientated scripting language, such as Python or Go.
• Experience with configuration management tools (e.g., Puppet, Ansible, Chef)
• Understanding of Linux system administration and networking concepts.
• Experience with build systems such as Jenkins or Rio.

Preferred qualifications include:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Expertise with network engineering principles and troubleshooting.
• Experience with IPv6 deployment in a dual-stack environment.
• Familiarity with Puppet and a strong desire to learn Puppet 7 and 8.
• Strong desire to learn and embrace new technologies, including AI-powered automation tools.

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 $181,100 and $318,400, 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.

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.