Job Description

Summary

The Technology Development Group (TDG) is looking for a Software Development Engineer to help us push the limits of the next generation of interactive experiences on our platform. This team is working with some of Apple’s most advanced technologies including augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR) offered in RealityKit, ARKit, and Metal 2. As a member of our creative organization, you will have the uniquely rewarding opportunity to craft future products that will delight and inspire millions of people every single day.

Key Qualifications

Experience with iOS / iPadOS app development for multiple genres of apps: productivity, lifestyle, social media, educational, entertainment, and/or games.

Swift development using native Apple frameworks.

Keen ability to independently prototype user-centric apps with good user experience, without requiring direction from a product manager or UX designer.

Proactively work with other teams as required for your development projects, and to improve public frameworks based upon your work and explorations.

Description

Apple makes innovative technologies accessible for the creation of amazing user experiences. You will have the opportunity to work in a team developing system level frameworks enabling these experiences, in close collaboration with other innovative teams across Apple and TDG. The candidate for this role will be comfortable working in a dynamic and creative environment with an ambition to improve, innovate and explore these technologies to enable creators to surprise and delight our users.


This role develops prototype AR / VR apps and experiences to test the limits of our public frameworks and explore opportunities for improvements. All genres of apps should be prototyped to ensure our frameworks provide excellent features and support for developers.


Engineers are expected to work quickly and smartly to build creative prototypes and work closely with other teams to proactively improve our public frameworks. Key qualifications for strong candidates include experience with traditional app development for iOS and iPadOS, and experience developing AR / VR apps and features.

Education & Experience

Bachelors of computer science or equivalent, and at least 3 years of professional experience

Additional Requirements

Familiarity with AR / VR apps and 3D experiences on any platform (doesn’t specifically need to be for iOS or iPadOS).

Apple frameworks for specialized functionality, such as AV Foundation, Core Audio, Core Media, Core Motion, IOKit, RealityKit, SceneKit, SpriteKit, and WebKit just to name a few.

Real-time 3D app development, rendering, simulation, and physics, and effects.


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 AR/VR Apps Developer starts at a minimum annual salary of $107,500. 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: 200364642