Apple · 5 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer, Middleware - Special Projects
Cupertino, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
5+ years expApple is redefining possibilities with generative intelligence and is seeking engineers to build connective layers for seamless product integration. The role involves designing and delivering middleware that powers intelligent experiences across Apple products, requiring collaboration with various teams to create performant and intuitive solutions.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Design and deliver middleware that powers intelligent, adaptive experiences across Apple products and platforms
Work at the intersection of hardware, software, and intelligence
Design systems, infrastructure, and tools that enable AI-driven experiences
Collaborate closely with hardware, robotics, ML, design, and platform teams to build end-to-end solutions
Influence system-wide architectural decisions and drive design alignment across cross-functional teams
Measure and optimize performance using profiling and instrumentation tools
Qualification
Required
Proficiency in Swift, C++, or Objective-C; comfortable reading and writing low-level code when needed
Deep experience developing for Apple platforms, with a strong understanding of their runtime systems, performance models, and interprocess communication
Proven ability to design and deliver cross-layer solutions that bridge hardware, system software, and higher-level frameworks
Demonstrated ability to influence system-wide architectural decisions and drive design alignment across cross-functional teams — from embedded and hardware engineers to UI and cloud teams
Commitment to measuring and optimizing performance; skilled at using profiling and instrumentation tools
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, and 5+ years of relevant experience
Preferred
Attention to detail, creativity and passion
Ability to deconstruct large features and implement practical solutions with good intuition in making time vs. complexity tradeoffs
Strong understanding of API and framework design for maintainability and usability
Strong grasp of Apple development tools
Experience with real-time or near-real-time systems, robotics, or automation frameworks
Familiarity with hardware bring-up, device communication protocols, or sensor integration
Background in distributed systems or data orchestration, especially in AI or edge compute contexts
Passion for building tools that make complex systems understandable and debuggable
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
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$5.67BKey Investors
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2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
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2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity
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Tim Cook
CEO
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SVP, Software Engineering
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