Software Engineer - Darwin Server, Core OS
Apple · London, United Kingdom · Software and Services
About this role
Apple is hiring a mid-level Backend Engineer in the software engineering function based in London, United Kingdom. The posting calls out experience with Python, C, Swift, Kubernetes.
- Role
- Backend Engineer
- Function
- software engineering
- Level
- mid
- Track
- Individual contributor
- Location
- London, United Kingdom
- Department
- Software and Services
- Posted
- May 14, 2026
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Job description
from Apple careersThe Darwin Server team in Core OS is looking for enthusiastic engineers interested in developing system software for Apple’s operating systems. Darwin is the UNIX-like foundation at the heart of all Apple’s operating systems, stretching from the kernel up through low-level user components. The Darwin Server team is responsible for ensuring this foundation is adaptable for use in server environments, such as with the Private Cloud Compute service that powers Apple Intelligence.
In this role, you’ll have an opportunity to dive into complex technical challenges, shaping OS architecture and design of cross-functional features, actively influencing our technical direction. We are seeking candidates who are eager to learn, tackle new problems, and drive innovation through their work, while actively mentoring and supporting each other in our quest to learn and grow as technical leaders. Our environment values diverse perspectives, ideas, and collaborative styles, with the goal of creating opportunities for everyone to thrive and grow.
You will be responsible for working on a range of technologies that form the foundation of Apple’s operating systems, with a focus on improving these technologies for use in server and cloud environments.
Projects you work on as part of the Darwin Server team could include: