Software Engineer, Real-Time Video Streaming

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, is seeking a Software Engineer for Real-Time Video Streaming to help build and optimize low-latency media pipelines across iOS, macOS, watchOS, and visionOS. The engineer will contribute to features powering FaceTime and related streaming components.

Responsibilities include implementing new streaming features, analyzing performance, and enhancing user experience. A strong OO background in C/C++/Obj-C and a bachelor’s in CS/CE/EE or related experience are

Qualifications

• Elegant and maintainable object‑oriented code in Objective-C, C, or C++.
• Excellent attention to detail.
• Highly motivated, self‑directed, and a fast learner with strong communication skills.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop new features and improve existing features in Apple’s operating systems.
• Analyze and optimize feature performance.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the user’s experience.

Skills

OO design

C/C++/Obj-C

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE or equivalent

Job description

Software Engineer, Real-Time Video Streaming

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

The Media, Graphics & Compute Technologies (MGC) group provides the media and graphics foundation for all of Apple's innovative products, including iPhone, iPad, Mac, Apple Watch, Apple TV, and Apple Vision Pro. The Real-Time Video Streaming team is seeking a passionate and dedicated software engineer to join us. We develop the technology inside iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS that powers real-time media streaming features that help people stay connected.

Description

Our team is responsible for the low-latency video streaming technology powering FaceTime, Continuity Camera, HomeKit Secure Video, and more! We are looking for a skilled engineer to develop software for real-time video streaming pipelines — for example, streaming video from one device’s camera, over the network, to another device’s display.

Responsibilities

• Develop new features and improve existing features in Apple’s operating systems.
• Analyze and optimize feature performance.
• Identify opportunities to enhance the user’s experience.

Minimum Qualifications

• You write elegant and maintainable object-oriented code in Objective-C, C, or C++.
• You have excellent attention to detail.
• You are highly motivated, self-directed, and a fast learner with strong communication skills.
• You have a bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering, or have equivalent work experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• You are proficient in multi-threaded systems software development.
• You have experience with low‑latency audio/video streaming and networking protocols: WebRTC, VoIP, RTP, UDP, video codecs, etc.

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 $129,300 and $225,300, 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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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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