Apple · 2 weeks ago
AR/VR Realtime Rendering and Graphics Software Engineer - RealityKit, Vision Products Software
San Francisco Bay Area
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level, Lead/Staff
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
10+ years expApple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. The Vision Products Group (VPG) is seeking a Realtime Rendering and Graphics Software Engineer to architect and build state-of-the-art 3D graphics experiences for our platform, playing a significant role in inventing next-generation rendering techniques and collaborating with various teams to transform graphics research into production-ready solutions.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Architect & implement cutting‑edge graphics features and APIs that enable immersive and highly visual experiences
Analyze and eliminate bottlenecks in the rendering pipeline, ensuring consistent frame‑rate within thermal and power constraints
Create comprehensive test suites in partnership with QA and engineering teams, guaranteeing reliability across the ecosystem
Lead peer reviews of architecture, API design, and code changes, fostering a culture of technical excellence
Collaborate closely with technical artists, human‑interface designers, and cross‑Apple teams to translate creative concepts into production‑ready technology
Mentor and coach junior engineers by sharing best practices and promoting code quality
Turn pioneering graphics research into production‑ready solutions that power RealityKit
Qualification
Required
BS and 10 years working on 3D realtime rendering applications
High proficiency in writing safe, performant C++ code
Knowledge of the graphics pipeline, modern rendering techniques, and image processing
Experience with modern graphics APIs (Metal, Vulkan, Direct3D 12, WebGPU) and shading languages (MSL, HLSL, GLSL, WGSL)
Ability to solve problems in 3D geometry using linear algebra
Experience with all stages of software development, from prototyping to performance optimization
Solid debugging and problem-solving skills
Outstanding teamwork and communication skills
Passionate about owning and refining features
Preferred
MS or PhD in CS or related technical field
Experience developing modern day rendering pipelines in 3D engines
3D Game development experience with shipped titles
Familiarity with AR/VR rendering technologies
Technical and People Leadership
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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