Software Applications Engineer - User Interface iOS

Socket.dev; Culver City (CA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple is seeking a highly skilled Software Applications Engineer to join the Video Applications team, focusing on advancing iPad and Mac experiences for Final Cut Pro. You will shape professional video editing by building intuitive, powerful, and performant features and working with cross-functional teams to push the boundaries of creative workflows.

The role requires 5+ years of experience in Objective-C/Swift, strong knowledge of SwiftUI/UIKit/AVFoundation, and a deep understanding of graphics

Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience developing complex applications in Objective-C and/or Swift.
• Strong knowledge of SwiftUI, UIKit, AVFoundation, Core Animation, and Core Image.
• Experience building high-performance, user-facing applications on iOS, iPadOS, or MacOS.
• Expertise in Swift concurrency patterns and seamless Objective-C interoperability.
• Solid understanding of computer graphics, media formats, and real-time rendering.
• Proven track record of shipping high-quality software in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Experience with unit testing, continuous integration, and engineering best practices.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical ideas clearly and work collaboratively in a multi-functional team.
• BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop and evolve professional video editing features for iPad and Mac.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver performant software.

Skills

Swift

Objective-C

SwiftUI

UIKit

AVFoundation

Core Animation

Core Image

Real-time rendering

Unit testing

CI/CD

Communication

Education

BS or MS in Computer Science or Engineering

Tools

Xcode

Job description

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.

Join the Final Cut Pro engineering team — Apple’s flagship professional video editing suite used by major Hollywood studios and millions of creators worldwide— and drive the technical evolution of core data infrastructure that enables professional creative workflows.

Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Software Applications Engineer to join the Video Applications team, with a focus on advancing both the iPad and Mac experiences. In this role, you will help shape the future of professional video editing. You’ll work closely with cross-functional teams to build intuitive, powerful, and performant features that push the boundaries of creative expression. If you are passionate about empowering creators and delivering exceptional user experiences, we’d love to hear from you.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years of professional experience developing complex applications in Objective-C and/or Swift.
• Strong knowledge of Apple’s development tools and frameworks, including SwiftUI, UIKit, AVFoundation, Core Animation, and Core Image.
• Demonstrated experience building high-performance, user-facing applications on iOS, iPadOS, or MacOS.
• Expertise in Swift concurrency patterns and seamless Objective-C interoperability.
• Solid understanding of computer graphics, media formats, and real-time rendering.
• Proven track record of shipping high-quality software in a collaborative, fast-paced environment.
• Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills.
• Experience with unit testing, continuous integration, and engineering best practices.
• Strong communication skills, with the ability to articulate technical ideas clearly and work collaboratively in a multi-functional team.
• BS or MS in Computer Science, Engineering, or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with media applications, graphics applications, video editing tools, or creative software workflows.
• Experience working in large, legacy codebases with incremental modernization goals.
• Able to demonstrate strong application architectural skills.
• Proven record of working closely with Design teams to create innovative UI/UX solutions for professional interfaces.
• Passion for empowering creative professionals and understanding their workflows.