UI and iOS Platform Software Engineer, Safari

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

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock programs

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Discretionary bonuses

Relocation assistance

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products and free services

Educational expense reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA, is seeking an UI and iOS Platform Software Engineer for Safari to shape the future of web browsing on our platforms. You’ll work with WebKit and Apple frameworks to deliver a fluid experience and help move the iOS platform forward.

You will craft new Safari features, prototype and ship improvements, and collaborate across WebKit, iOS platform teams, and the Human Interface group to deliver high-quality user experiences.

Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related field, preferred, or equivalent experience.
• Experience mentoring other engineers.
• Expertise in writing fast, efficient software in Swift, Objective‑C, or a C‑family language.
• Knowledge of UIKit and Swift design patterns.
• Expertise in Xcode developer tools, Instruments, and clang.

Responsibilities

• Craft new and innovative Safari features and elevate existing ones.
• Participate in brainstorming, prototyping, coding, debugging, shipping, and addressing customer feedback.
• Collaborate with the WebKit team, iOS platform teams, and Apple’s Human Interface group.
• Strive for craft and quality in all work.

Skills

Swift

Objective-C

C-family languages

Mentoring engineers

Communication of technical ideas

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

Xcode

Instruments

clang

Job description

UI and iOS Platform Software Engineer, Safari

Cupertino, California, United States – Software and Services

Overview

We're looking for an engineer to help us shape the future direction of Safari and web browsing on our platforms. Together, we’ll build on the industry‑leading WebKit engine and Apple's frameworks to deliver a fluid browsing experience and powerful, easy‑to‑use features. Your vision and impact will extend beyond Safari, as you help move Apple's iOS platform forward.

Description

In this role, you will craft new and innovative Safari features and elevate existing ones. You’ll participate in brainstorming, prototyping, coding, debugging, shipping, and addressing customer feedback. Collaboration with the WebKit team, iOS platform teams, and Apple’s Human Interface group is essential. We seek an imaginative, highly motivated engineer who cares deeply for craft and quality.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science or related field, preferred, or equivalent experience
• Experience mentoring other engineers
• Expertise in writing fast, efficient software in Swift, Objective‑C, or a C‑family programming language
• Knowledge of UIKit and Swift design patterns
• Expertise in Xcode developer tools, Instruments, and clang

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience mentoring other engineers and communicating technical ideas to a variety of audiences
• Creativity and enthusiasm for crafting great user experiences, innovative privacy features, and robust security
• Knowledge of advanced application architectures
• Experience designing APIs for frameworks used by a wide variety of developers

Compensation & Benefits

Base pay for this role ranges from $150,400 to $277,600, determined by skills, qualifications, experience, and location. Apple employees may also participate in discretionary employee stock programs, purchase Apple stock at a discount through the Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and be eligible for discretionary bonuses, commission payments, or relocation assistance. Benefits include comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and educational expense reimbursement for formal education related to career advancement.

Equal Opportunity & Accessibility

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.

At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits, and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.

Application

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.