Senior Java Software Engineer Jobs in Santa Rosa, CA

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Description
Join our team and help us build intelligent, scalable solutions. You'll be at the forefront, architecting, designing, and implementing highly available enterprise solutions that truly match Apple's scale. We are working on a developer experience platform for internal use to assist our app development teams accelerate their SDLC. The role focuses on enhancing existing Java based frameworks and development tools for code modernization by combining LLM's with engineering practices to drive higher developer productivity. You will collaborate with other software engineers, and other data scientists to deliver end to end solutions for this platform. If you're excited about shaping impactful solutions in a collaborative, experiment-driven environment, this role is for you.","responsibilities":"The senior level Java engineer will have a robust understanding of micro-services and Generative AI to join our team.
You will help design, implement, and maintain code mostly in Java, with the flexibility to work in other languages to meet project needs.
This role involves integrating with various enterprise services including, LLMs and adding Gen AI capabilities.
You would support our mission by applying groundbreaking research in this rapidly evolving and exciting space, to our daily work.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with using and developing OpenRewrite recipes.
Experience leading and mentoring engineers.
Experience building agent-based systems and agentic workflows.
Solid understanding of data modeling and database systems including PostgreSQL, MongoDB, & other NOSQL technologies.
Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, GCP), CI/CD, and container orchestration e.g Kubernetes.
Experience building applications with Java and J2EE/Jakarta EE related technologies - Spring Framework, Spring Boot.
Minimum Qualifications
Experience working with AI, such as building MCP servers, designing prompts & integrating LLMs.
3+ years of proven experience developing and maintaining production services using Java and the Spring Framework / Spring Boot.
5+ years experience building large scale distributed systems.
5+ years leading software design & architecture.
3+ years programming with Java.
Bachelors in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
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 $150,400 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 Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.