iOS Engineer - AppleTV (tvOS)

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 150,400 - 277,600; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement benefits

Employee stock purchase plan

Relocation assistance

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Software Engineer for the tvOS Ecosystem team to build features powering the Apple TV and HomePod experiences. You will collaborate with Design, Frameworks, media playback, and Core OS teams to deliver system‑level software that enhances living room experiences.

You will own significant features, propose and present ideas, and tackle challenging problems across teams. If you thrive on elegant, high‑performance code and shaping entertainment experiences, apply to join us.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of object‑oriented programming in a highly scalable environment.
• Keen attention to detail in building UI and end‑user experiences on Apple platforms.
• Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to cross‑functional teams.
• Experience debugging and optimizing code to maximize performance.
• Ability to analyze large features and implement practical solutions.
• Aptitude to independently learn new technologies.

Responsibilities

• Build features that elevate the Apple TV and HomePod experience.
• Collaborate with Design, Frameworks, media playback, and Core OS teams.
• Own significant features in critical tvOS areas and present ideas to shape the product.

Skills

Object‑oriented programming

UI/UX attention

Cross‑functional communication

Performance debugging

Independent learning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields

Equivalent work experience

Tools

Objective‑C

APIs/Frameworks/SDKs

Networking, Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

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. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.The tvOS Ecosystem team is at the heart of the Apple TV and HomePod experience. We build the foundational features that millions of users interact with every day. Our team is a passionate group of engineers dedicated to building and innovating on the system-level software that powers Apple TV and HomePod. We're not just writing code; we're shaping the future of entertainment in the living room.Bring your top‑notch engineering skills to tackle complex challenges in areas like multitasking, system performance, and Apple ecosystem features that deliver magical experiences across Apple devices. You will collaborate with our design team to build fluid, playful, responsive UI experiences for the biggest screen in the home. If you're driven by a desire to build elegant, high‑performance systems that push the boundaries of what's possible on Apple TV and HomePod, this is the place for you. Join the team that’s shaping the future of entertainment in the home!

Description

The tvOS Ecosystem team is seeking a passionate and inventive Software Engineer to build exciting features that elevate the Apple TV and HomePod experience. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with Design, Frameworks, media playback, and Core OS teams, gaining invaluable insight into Apple's collaborative development process that delivers world class operating systems for all of our platforms. You'll have the opportunity to own significant features in critical areas of tvOS. You will be proposing, implementing, and presenting your ideas, directly shaping the Apple TV and HomePod experience and pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the living room. With the expansive scope of tvOS, you'll find endless opportunities to learn, grow, and make a real impact. If you're a passionate software engineer who thrives on solving complex challenges and creating exceptional user experiences that impact millions, we encourage you to apply. Join us in shaping the future of Apple TV and HomePod! You are a self‑directed iOS Engineer who is prepared to take on system‑level problems and drive full‑product solutions, involving extended team members where needed. You are a strong programmer, creative problem solver who thrives in changing environments, excited by working across teams and organizations.

Minimum Qualifications

• 3+ years experience with object‑oriented programming language in a highly scalable environment
• Keen attention to detail in building UI and end‑user experiences, particularly for Apple platforms
• Strong ability to communicate technical concepts clearly to cross‑functional teams that include engineers, designers, program managers, and stakeholders
• Experience debugging and optimizing code to maximize performance (such as memory issues, main thread hangs, etc.)
• Ability to analyze large features and implement practical solutions
• Aptitude to independently learn new technologies

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or related fields, or equivalent work experience
• Objective‑C coding experience, including work with APIs, frameworks, and SDKs
• Familiarity AI coding tools and applications
• Experience maintaining large codebases with many contributors
• Prior experience with cross‑process communication technologies
• Prior experience in Networking, Wi‑Fi, and Bluetooth
• Demonstrated experience writing code and optimizing performance in UIKit and SwiftUI

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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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