Backend/Fullstack Engineer, Creativity Apps

Backend/Fullstack Engineer, Creativity Apps San Diego, California, United States Software and Services Summary Posted:

Apr 17, 2026

Weekly Hours:

40

Role Number:

200658632-3543 Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something — you'll add something.

This is a great opportunity to be part of a team building a new web application in the creative space from scratch. This project is highly visible, and highly impactful. You will be responsible for setting the direction and architecture of our application. You will work with designers, QA teams, and other cross-functional teams to go beyond code and influence everything from UI to project planning. Description The Creativity Apps teams is seeking a highly skilled Senior Backend Engineer, with prior experience building v0 to v1 applications. Ideally, you have a full-stack understanding of apps and can jump in elsewhere if needed. You will play a key role in bringing our application to production readiness. Minimum Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience. 7+ years of proven experience shipping scalable, maintainable, and testable code to user-facing production Deep experience with one or more MVC web frameworks, Java / Python / Ruby, Redis, Kubernetes/DevOps Architected high-quality backend systems from the ground up and maintained legacy systems Preferred Qualifications Experience with frontend technologies such as React, Typescript, Tailwind, HTML/CSS Working knowledge of web security and vulnerabilities Ability to work effectively with cross-functional partners and manage multiple priorities Willingness to ask for help, learn from others, and mentor others Committed to encouraging an open and inclusive work environment 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 $171,600 and $302,200, 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.

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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.