Apple · 18 hours ago
Senior Software Engineer, AI Tools – Special Projects
Cupertino, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
$181K/yr - $318K/yr
5+ years expApple is seeking a Senior Software Engineer to work on AI tools and special projects. The role involves developing applications, pipelines, and workflows that enhance how AI systems behave, impacting user experiences across devices and platforms.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Develop high-quality tools with intuitive workflows for technical or creative professionals
Build applications, pipelines, and creative workflows for AI systems
Collaborate closely with hardware, robotics, ML, design, and platform teams
Design modular, maintainable architectures and decompose complex requirements into practical features
Empower Apple teams to understand complex, multi-modal data and prototype intelligent behaviors
Qualification
Required
Proven experience developing high-quality tools with intuitive workflows for technical or creative professionals
Proficiency in Swift, SwiftUI, Objective-C, or C++, with strong experience developing for macOS and iOS (visionOS experience strongly preferred)
Experience developing software in Python, including scripting, pipelines, or backend integrations
Experience working with 3D content creation tools or environments (e.g. Maya, Unity, or Unreal)
Understanding of system architecture, including multi-device workflows, real-time data handling, and cloud-connected applications
Strong grasp of Apple development tools and frameworks
Ability to design modular, maintainable architectures and decompose complex requirements into practical, high-impact features
Demonstrated success collaborating with cross-functional teams
Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and communication skills
Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or related technical field, and 5+ years of industry experience
Preferred
Experience with 3D animation workflows, including rigged characters, blendshape systems, or runtime animation frameworks (e.g. RealityKit or game-engine animation systems)
Experience with 3D content creation pipelines and familiarity with common formats such as USD
Knowledge of modern rendering techniques, including Metal
Experience developing connected applications backed by large-scale data storage and cloud services
Experience with data visualization, data mining, or analytics tooling
Familiarity with creative pipelines in animation, simulation, robotics, or game development
Experience building annotation tools, labeling systems, or user-study data pipelines
Experience with game engines or spatial computing environments (e.g. Unity, Unreal, or RealityKit)
Understanding of interaction paradigms for spatial interfaces or AR/VR workflows
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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10001+ employees
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Funding
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CEO
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SVP, Software Engineering
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