AR/VR Software Platform Engineer - Apple Vision Pro

AR/VR Software Platform Engineer - Apple Vision Pro

Sunnyvale,California,United States

Software and Services

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Description

Are you passionate about advancing the future of Spatial Computing, Augment Reality (AR), and Virtual Reality (VR) technologies? Are you eager to develop software platforms that empower novel user experiences in artificial intelligence (AI)? Are you excited by the prospect of integrating AI experiences to expand the capabilities of AR/VR and Spatial Computing? As a valued member of our team, you will contribute in the following ways: - Define, design, and develop software platforms that enable AI-driven experiences for Apple’s AR/VR technologies - Understand the end-customer use cases, design, and develop software solutions to ensure they are tailored to enable the required experiences - Develop early prototype software solutions in a simulation/emulation environment - Collaborate cross-functionally with multiple teams at Apple, driving requirements and delivering the final solution - Deliver shipping-quality software solutions - Analyze and optimize the code to optimize its efficiency in terms of power and performance. - Debug hard-to-reproduce issues.

Minimum Qualifications

BS in Computer Science / Computer Engineering or equivalent degree or relevant experience

At least 5 years of experience developing and shipping software solutions

Proficiency in one or more of the following programming languages: Swift, Obj-C, C++, C

Extensive understanding of operating system fundamentals (including memory management and concurrency)

Creative critical thinking and debugging skills

Excellent analytical, programming, and debugging skills

Strong understanding of how code impacts power efficiency and performance of existing systems

Experience building and shipping product code

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

Experience debugging applications and libraries

Deep understanding of iOS and/or macOS system libraries, frameworks, and technologies

Expertise with Swift concurrency APIs

Experience developing products based on ML / AI models

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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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