Job Details

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number: 200627688-3401

Summary

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 Products Group (VPG) is looking for a senior Media Software Engineer to help us push the limits of the next generation of spatial media. This team works on key technologies and frameworks that enables spatial media experiences on Vision Pro and future AR/VR products. 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.

Description

We are looking for a Video/Imaging Software Engineer to join our team of media processing specialists. Your mission will be to work on the next generation media technologies, design, develop, and implement media processing pipeline and frameworks that powers exciting media experiences on Apple Vision Pro.

We need your passion, knowledge, and creativity to solve complex technical challenges. You will have a unique and direct opportunity to create products that will inspire millions of Apple’s customers as a core member of our fast-paced group.

Minimum Qualifications

• B.S. or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering OR equivalent degree OR equivalent experience

• 10+ years of experience with software development

• Experience with image and video processing, media processing pipelines

• Excellent programming skills and proficient with one of the programming languages: C/C++, Objective-C, and Swift

• Strong problem solving and analytical thinking skills

• A strong focus on end user experience

• Creative and collaborative approach to problem solving, and a drive to build products that surprise and delight.

Preferred Qualifications

• Success shipping media products involving image and video processing, video capture/playback, or media processing pipeline is a plus

• Familiarity with AR/VR technologies

• Experience with iOS / macOS development

• Experience with developing media SDKs, frameworks and customer facing APIs

• Hands-on experience with core machine learning algorithms and tools

• Experience with media formats (HEVC, H264, JPEG, etc).

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 $212,000 and $318,400, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .