iOS Software Engineer - Video Applications

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. For decades, we've empowered creative professionals with industry-defining tools that transform how stories are told and brought to life. 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.

The Video Applications team continues this legacy, shipping best-in-class video products including Final Cut Pro, Motion, Compressor, iMovie, and more. We're looking for a strong senior software engineer to help develop these applications and deliver the next generation of features that empower creative professionals worldwide.

Description

As a Software Engineer on the Video Applications team, you'll design and implement high-quality features that directly impact millions of creative professionals. You'll tackle complex technical challenges across our video editing applications, working with cutting-edge frameworks and technologies on both iOS and macOS. Collaborating closely with engineers across the Video Apps teams, you'll contribute to initiatives that push the boundaries of what's possible in professional video editing on Apple devices.

Responsibilities:

Designing, implementing, and shipping features that solve complex technical challenges

Writing clean, well-tested code that sets the standard for quality and maintainability

Participating in and contributing to architecture discussions and code reviews

Working closely with cross-functional partners to define and implement features that delight our customers

Preferred Qualifications

Customer focus and ability to make high-quality, user-centric product and technical decisions

Experience creating and refining APIs for adoption by other teams and developers

GENUINE PASSION FOR PROFESSIONAL CREATIVE TOOLS AND WORKFLOWS

Familiarity with video editing, media processing, or graphics programming!

Minimum Qualifications

BS or MS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience

3+ years of software engineering experience with SwiftUI/Swift or UIKit/AppKit

3+ years of proven experience working with Objective-C

Strong understanding of software engineering and computer science fundamentals, including object-oriented design principles, design patterns, data structures, and algorithms

Track record of technical excellence, exemplifying "what good looks like" in code, documentation, and engineering practices

Proven ability to break down large features into practical, implementable solutions

Experience working on large, cross-functional, multi-team projects

Excellent verbal and written communication skills in a highly collaborative environment

Self-directed problem solver who can work independently and drive initiatives to completion

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 $142,300 and $263,300, 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

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