Job Description

Summary

The Technology Development Group is working on exciting new technologies. We are looking for a driven and dedicated performance engineer. This team is building the core foundational platform for some of Apple's most advanced technologies including the augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) support offered in ARKit and Metal. As part of our creative organization, you will have a uniquely rewarding opportunity to craft future products that will delight and inspire millions of people every day.


Key Qualifications

In-depth knowledge of tools and techniques for analyzing and benchmarking of operating systems, application/algorithm performance

Very good systems programming in C, C++

Experience troubleshooting latency-critical software

Excellent written and verbal interpersonal skills


Description

The Technology Development Group is looking for an accomplished Performance Expert/Lead to help build a passionate and diverse team that will ensure the next generation of interactive experiences for iOS will run with the best performance. You will collaborate with multiple teams x-functionally to deliver incredible experiences for our customers. You will work on analytical and simulation models to predict application, algorithm, OS and, realtime interactive graphics performance. You will design and implement performance measurement and analysis tools and provide instrumentation for measurability. This engineer is to be technically savvy, team oriented, has influencing and leadership abilities, creative, motivated, flexible, and driven to produce results.


Education & Experience

BS or MS in CS/CE or equivalent experience is expected.


Additional Requirements

Familiarity with Metal or OpenGL or DirectX

Familiarity with iOS, Xcode, CPU/GPU Architecture

Familiarity with Computer Vision, algorithms, Machine Learning

Familiarity with GPU performance tuning techniques, GPU performance


If you are a Colorado resident, this is for you:


At Apple, we see the whole you. We carefully consider a wide range of compensation factors, including your background and experience. These considerations can cause your compensation to vary. This Performance Engineer starts at a minimum annual salary of $105,600. The actual pay may be higher depending on your skills, qualifications, and experience. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Every Apple employee also has the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder, because all team members are eligible for stock grants and also a discount when purchasing Apple stock.


We offer all kinds of ways to experience well-being, confidence, and satisfaction. Learn more about Apple benefits.


Note: Apple benefits programs are subject to eligibility requirements.


Apple’s most important resource, our soul, is our people. Apple benefits help further the well-being of our employees and their families in meaningful ways. No matter where you work at Apple, you can take advantage of our health and wellness resources and time-away programs. We’re proud to provide stock grants to employees at all levels of the company, and we also give employees the option to buy Apple stock at a discount — both offer everyone at Apple the chance to share in the company’s success. You’ll discover many more benefits of working at Apple, such as programs that match your charitable contributions, reimburse you for continuing your education and give you special employee pricing on Apple products.


Apple benefits programs vary by country and are subject to eligibility requirements.


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. Apple is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to applicants with physical and mental disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace


Role Number: 200323237