HomeKit Software Engineer jobs in United States
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Apple · 5 hours ago

HomeKit Software Engineer

positionCupertino, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$212K/yr - $386K/yr
date5+ years exp

Apple is seeking a dedicated and passionate engineer for their HomeKit team, which provides the foundation for an ecosystem of secure and intelligent connected home devices. The role involves developing the platform that enables accessories, iOS devices, and applications to work together, enhancing existing features and pioneering new ideas for home automation.

AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
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Responsibilities

Develop the platform that enables accessories, iOS devices, and applications to work together to create amazing user experiences
Work on different layers of the software stack, from protocol design and implementation, to developer APIs, to defining the customer experience
Enhance and refine existing features and pioneer groundbreaking ideas that will shape the future of our technology

Qualification

Objective-CSwiftC++Operating systems conceptsSmart Home technologyMulti-threadingMemory managementNetworkingWireless technologiesProtocolsDistributed system architectureComputer science fundamentalsRapid development cycleAttention to detailCollaborative environment

Required

5-10 years of software development experience
Strong programming skills in one or more object-oriented languages such as Objective-C, Swift or C++

Preferred

Excellent experience with operating systems concepts that contribute to application performance and scalability, including: multi-threading, memory management, networking, wireless technologies, protocols, and distributed system architecture
Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment with a real passion for product quality and attention to detail
Ability to work in a rapid development cycle with tight schedules
Well-founded grasp of computer science fundamentals
Experience shipping real products to customers
Experience with Smart Home technology
Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience

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
https://www.apple.com

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$5.67B
Key Investors
Berkshire HathawayMicrosoftSequoia Capital
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Tim Cook
CEO
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Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering

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