Tools and Automation Engineer for Map Production Operations

Tools and Automation Engineer Summary The people here at Apple don’t just build products—they craft the kind of wonder that has revolutionized entire industries. It’s the diversity of those people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Imagine what you could do here. Join Apple, and help us leave the world better than we found it. A job at Apple is unlike any other you’ve had. You will be challenged! You will be inspired! And proud! At Apple, great ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job, and there's no telling what you could accomplish! Description We are looking for a highly capable Tools and Automation Engineer—preferably with prior map-building experience—to deliver sophisticated tooling solutions and provide dedicated support to Apple Maps Production Operations. In this highly impactful role, you will act as the critical bridge between Operations and Engineering. You will manage a diverse contractor team of engineers and testers, working closely with Engineering, Operations Managers, Support Functions, and end-users to build, support, and enhance the tooling and automation used in map-making. Your day-to-day responsibilities will involve defining technical requirements, providing strategic input during development, executing end-to-end testing with real-world use cases, and seamlessly deploying solutions to Production. You will proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and implement automation solutions in collaboration with engineering teams, including your own. This role also offers abundant opportunities to put your GIS and tooling expertise to the test, allowing you to solve real-world problems and continuously enhance your skills. Ultimately, you will serve as the go-to technical troubleshooter and trusted problem-solver for your stakeholders, ensuring our Maps Production Operations run flawlessly. Preferred Qualifications Strong understanding of mapping, navigation, or other geospatial technologies is a significant plus. Hands-on experience with GIS tools such as QGIS, FME, or similar platforms. Experience managing and mentoring mid-sized contractor teams with diverse technical specialties. Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities, with a proven track record of troubleshooting and optimizing complex systems. Forward-thinking mindset with the ability to evaluate and champion emerging technologies—particularly generative AI and machine learning tools. Ability to operate effectively and autonomously in a fast-paced Production Operations environment. A strong sense of ownership and an unwavering commitment to excellence in all aspects of your work. Any prior experience in the field of MLOps will be highly preferred. Minimum Qualifications 6 to 9 years of software development experience with strong, hands-on programming skills in Python, Scala, and Java, demonstrating the ability to build robust, scalable, and maintainable codebases. Proven ability to drive technical strategy around test automation architecture, frameworks, and industry best practices. Extensive experience testing client applications, APIs, and distributed backend services. Expertise in designing, building, and maintaining automated test frameworks, specifically tailored for display rendering components. Experience Level Senior Level