Software Engineer, Automations and Shortcuts, Proactive

Apple Inc.; Cupertino, Northern (CA, KY); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 278,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking a Software Engineer for Automations and Shortcuts, Proactive. You will help shape the Smart Home and on-device intelligence capabilities, shipping features across iOS and macOS.

The role focuses on integrating automations with HomeKit, deep OS collaboration, and building robust, scalable systems that feel effortless to use. You will work with a collaborative team to deliver proactive experiences across Apple's platforms.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience.
• Experience building software applications in Objective-C or Swift.
• Skilled communicator, both verbally and in writing.
• Experience building and maintaining complex, performant systems that integrate deeply with the OS and hardware.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Automations features with a focus on Home and HomeKit integration
• Build complex, performant systems that integrate deeply with the OS and hardware
• Collaborate with teams across Apple to deliver cohesive, proactive experiences
• Contribute across the full feature stack from architecture and implementation to bug fixes and system design

Skills

Communication

System architecture

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Equivalent practical experience

Tools

Objective-C

Swift

Xcode

LLDB

Instruments

Claude Code

Job description

Software Engineer, Automations and Shortcuts, Proactive

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

Play a part in the next revolution in human-computer interaction. Join the team behind Shortcuts, Siri, and Proactive Intelligence technology that helps millions of people get more done on their devices, privately and securely. As an iOS and macOS engineer on this team, you'll help shape Automations and the connected home experience, turning smart devices into something truly intelligent. You'll ship code that runs on the devices you use every day, as part of a collaborative team building a first‑party app across all of Apple's platforms.

Description

You'll focus on Automations the system that lets people connect their apps, devices, and home accessories into seamless, intelligent routines. Your work will span deep OS integration, collaboration with first‑party apps and services, and the leading edge of on‑device intelligence and Proactive's technologies. You'll break down complex technical challenges, build relationships across teams, and craft system features that feel effortless to use. You'll bring a builder's mindset to both new and existing products anticipating issues before they surface, guiding early stage development of new capabilities, and writing code that's built to last. Whether you're shipping a new feature, fixing a bug, or refining the architecture underneath it all, you'll bring the same attention to detail that turns good software into something people love.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain Automations features with a focus on Home and HomeKit integration
• Build complex, performant systems that integrate deeply with the OS and hardware
• Collaborate with teams across Apple to deliver cohesive, proactive experiences
• Contribute across the full feature stack from architecture and implementation to bug fixes and system design

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience
• Experience building software applications in Objective-C or Swift
• Skilled communicator, both verbally and in writing
• Experience building and maintaining complex, performant systems that integrate deeply with the OS and hardware

Preferred Qualifications

• Passion for the Home and HomeKit ecosystem and the future of intelligent automation
• Focus on software architecture that is robust, performant, and maintainable
• Comfort working in a cross-functional environment, solving problems that span multiple systems
• Ability to take ownership guiding existing products, anticipating issues, and driving early-stage development of new capabilities
• Familiarity with tools such as Xcode, lldb, Instruments, and Claude Code, paired with an eye for detail and quality

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

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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