Job Description
Senior Engineer, FileMaker Sunnyvale, California, United States Software and Services Summary Posted:
Mar 09, 2026 Weekly Hours:
40 Role Number:
200647029-3956 At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Claris International Inc., an Apple company, is seeking a Senior Engineer to drive the technical direction and architecture for robust data platforms and client-facing solutions. In this role, you will combine deep database architecture expertise with hands-on delivery rigor, ensuring projects are executed on time, to specification, and with production-grade quality. You will translate client requirements into scalable, secure technical designs while fostering a culture of technical excellence and accountability. Description As a FileMaker Senior Engineer, you will serve as the technical lead responsible for architecting and delivering mission-critical database solutions that directly impact our clients' success. You will partner closely with Server teams and internal stakeholders to transform business requirements into clear, detailed database architectures. By owning the end-to-end technical lifecycle of client-facing database solutions, your technical leadership will ensure that every schema, data model, and pipeline is designed for long-term operability, security, and performance. Responsibilities Design autonomous frameworks using self-healing scripts and AI-First Automation tools to drastically reduce manual maintenance and speed up delivery. Build specialized evaluation harnesses to measure hallucination rates, and the reliability of output. Leverage AI-powered tools to rapidly generate comprehensive test suites and edge cases directly from code and user stories. Establish rigorous testing standards for bias detection, safety, and regulatory compliance to ensure ethical AI deployments across the enterprise. Work with teams on transitioning from traditional QA to AI-driven workflows, ensuring a high-quality bar for complex, multi-step AI reasoning systems. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience. 8 years of experience in database or data engineering roles. Experience designing scalable architectures across Server, Client, WebDirect, APIs, and cloud or on-premises deployments. Experience delivering complex systems on schedule while maintaining quality standards. Experience with data modeling, schema design, and normalization principles. Experience communicating technical concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders. Preferred Qualifications Extensive hands-on experience with FileMaker platform (Server, Pro, WebDirect, Data API) Experience with modern cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and hybrid deployment models Knowledge with C++ Background in enterprise-scale database performance tuning and optimization Experience with database security frameworks, compliance standards (SOC 2, GDPR, HIPAA), and audit requirements Proven ability to manage multiple concurrent projects with competing priorities Strong conflict resolution and stakeholder management skills Experience implementing monitoring, alerting, and observability solutions for production databases Track record of reducing technical debt and improving system reliability 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 $181,100 and $272,100, 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. 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. 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. Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.
