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Apple · 2 months ago

Sr Software Engineering Manager, UI Rendering

positionCupertino, California, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level, Lead/Staff
money$228K/yr - $343K/yr
date10+ years exp

Apple's Compositing, Color, and Display Software organization provides the graphics software foundation for all of Apple's innovative products. The role involves leading the UI Rendering team to drive the architecture and implementation of Core Animation graphics compositing and rendering technologies, enhancing visual experiences across Apple's platforms.

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Responsibilities

Lead and mentor the UI Rendering team to deliver world-class graphics compositing and rendering technologies across all Apple platforms
Drive the architecture, design, and implementation of Core Animation UI rendering features and compositing technologies
Partner with HI designers and framework teams to enable new visual experiences and design language evolution
Collaborate with Metal graphics framework and GPU and Display teams to leverage and influence platform capabilities for rendering innovation
Make critical technical decisions balancing visual quality, implementation complexity, and platform constraints
Manage the development of tools and workflows that enable rapid iteration from design concept to production-ready rendering features
Ensure rendering quality, correctness, and visual fidelity across diverse content and platform configurations
Influence long-term technical strategy and hardware/software roadmaps to enable future rendering capabilities and visual experiences

Qualification

Real-time renderingShader developmentC/C++ programmingMetalModern graphics APIsAdvanced rendering techniquesGraphics performance analysisOperating Systems knowledgeDebugging skillsProcess definitionLearning new technologiesInfluencing technical strategyAutomated testing frameworksCollaboration skills

Required

10+ years of experience working in or leading software development, including software release management and integration processes
Proven track record managing high-performing technical teams with deep expertise, driving outcomes through pro-active management across large cross-functional initiatives
Excellent collaboration skills with cross-functional teams (e.g., design and product teams) to translate vision and specifications into technical implementation
Demonstrated ability defining, planning and executing complex large-scale projects involving multiple teams
Hands-on experience with real-time rendering and computer graphics
Experience with shader development and GPU programming
Foundational understanding of Operating Systems, Computer Architecture, and CPU/GPU programming
Strong debugging and triaging skills for complex, multi-layered systems issues
Experience with graphics performance analysis and optimization techniques
Strong background in C/C++ programming
Proven ability to define processes and drive automation to increase productivity
Demonstrated ability to learn new technologies quickly and apply them effectively
Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or related field

Preferred

Hands-on experience with Metal and modern graphics APIs
Knowledge of advanced rendering techniques (physically-based rendering, real-time effects, compositing algorithms)
Experience with Mac or iOS application development using Swift or Objective-C
Familiarity with color management, HDR, and wide color gamut workflows
Knowledge of visual quality assessment and rendering correctness validation
Understanding of performance optimization and power efficiency considerations for graphics
Experience shipping consumer graphics products at scale and working across hardware and software
Track record of influencing technical strategy and making data-driven recommendations
Experience with automated testing frameworks for graphics rendering

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation

Company

Apple

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Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
dateFounded in 1976
location
Cupertino, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
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H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Late Stage
Total Funding
$5.67B
Key Investors
Berkshire HathawayMicrosoftSequoia Capital
2026-01-10Pre Seed· $1M
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M

Leadership Team

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Tim Cook
CEO
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Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering

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