Software Engineer, FaceTime - Apple Vision Pro

Summary

Posted: Aug 9, 2024

Role Number:200562637

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. Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible - all while staying connected to the people around us. The Vision Pro FaceTime Team is looking for software engineers to help us build one of Apple's most personal communication experiences on our next generation spatial computing platform, visionOS. As an engineer on the Vision Pro FaceTime team, you will play a significant role in defining and building the FaceTime experience on Apple's spatial computing platform - pushing you to think outside the box and work closely with real-time networking and system software teams to solve incredibly challenging problems.

Description

The Vision Pro FaceTime team is building the FaceTime system experience on Apple's new visionOS platform. This team works on deeply integrating FaceTime, SharePlay, CallKit and Personas on visionOS to foster real-time spatial collaboration and communication. As a member of our team you will help us in crafting future experiences that will delight, inspire and empower millions of people. We work in Swift and Objective-C and collaborate closely with Apple's cutting-edge networking, media streaming and system software teams. Successful engineers will be prepared to work from the UI down to the networking, protocols and system integration layers.

• BS / MS / PhD in Computer Science OR equivalent experience
• Minimum of 5-10 years of relevant experience
• Experience building real-time, multi-user applications and frameworks
• Strong object-oriented programming skills in at least one language like; Objective-C, C++, Java, or Swift
• Understanding of networking architectures, security and protocols used for real-time communications
• Track record of API and framework development
• Proven expertise in building and shipping high quality software

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with iOS development
• Experience with Unix development, daemons, cross-process communication, etc.
• Experience with 3D graphics / game engine technologies

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 $175,800 and $312,200, 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. 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.

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• Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.