AR/VR System UI Engineer - Apple Vision Pro

Apple; Sunnyvale (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an AR/VR System UI Engineer, where your creativity will shape the future of spatial computing. This innovative role involves collaborating with diverse teams to design intuitive user interfaces that redefine how consumers interact with technology. You will work on core system applications and develop new interaction models that enhance user experiences across various platforms. Enjoy a dynamic work environment that values diversity and promotes groundbreaking ideas while offering competitive pay and comprehensive benefits.

Benefits

Stock programs

Comprehensive medical coverage

Dental coverage

Retirement plans

Educational reimbursements

Discounts on Apple products

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in software engineering with a focus on UI components.
• Proficient in C++, Objective-C, or Swift with a solid understanding of multi-threaded code.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement system UI components for spatial computing.
• Collaborate with teams to create intuitive user experiences and ensure code quality.

Skills

C++

Objective-C

Swift

Multi-threaded programming

UI design best practices

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science

Master's in Computer Science

Tools

SwiftUI

UIKit

Core Animation

Metal

Job description

AR/VR System UI Engineer - Apple Vision Pro

Location: Sunnyvale, California, United States

Department: Software and Services

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.

Role Description

The system experience is a fundamental part of Apple’s platforms and one of the first things users see and interact with. Join the visionOS System UI team to help define spatial computing and create the core experiences and behaviors for how our consumers interact with Apple products. Work on system applications like the Home Screen, Notifications, and Control Center, as well as behaviors such as multitasking and app switching, which define the interaction models for iOS, tvOS, and watchOS platforms. Collaborate with UI Frameworks, Human Interface, Applications, and Rendering teams to innovate and deliver groundbreaking experiences in AR/VR.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement robust, extensible system UI components for spatial computing.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intuitive user experiences.
• Ensure high-quality, performant, and maintainable code.
• Contribute to the development of new interaction models for AR/VR environments.

Minimum Qualifications

• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally with design and engineering teams.
• BS in Computer Science or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in software engineering.
• Proficient in C++, Objective-C, or Swift.
• Experience writing multi-threaded, asynchronous code.
• Understanding of UI design best practices (e.g., AppKit, SwiftUI, UIKit).

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience prototyping user-facing features and working with designers.
• Experience in API design and building testable architectures (e.g., dependency injection, Swift Testing, XCTest).
• Ability to diagnose and resolve multithreading and memory issues.
• Proficiency in rendering technologies like Core Animation, Metal, and rendering pipelines.
• Knowledge of 3D math and linear algebra fundamentals.
• MS in Computer Science preferred.

Pay & Benefits

Base pay ranges from $143,100 to $264,200, depending on skills, experience, and location. Additional benefits include stock programs, comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement plans, educational reimbursements, and discounts on Apple products. Role may also include bonuses or relocation assistance. Learn more about Apple Benefits.

Equal Opportunity Employment

Apple is committed to inclusion and diversity. We promote equal opportunity regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights.

We do not discriminate or retaliate against applicants discussing compensation. We participate in the E-Verify program where required and provide reasonable accommodations for disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace and considers qualified applicants with criminal histories in accordance with applicable laws. For San Francisco applicants, review local ordinances. Massachusetts applicants are protected under state laws regarding lie detector tests.