Software Development Engineer - Systems

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Description APPLE INC has the following available in Cupertino, California and various unanticipated locations throughout the USA. Design and implement a new iOS screen capture Application Program Interface (API). Build testing infrastructure, utilizing knowledge of Apple's proprietary graphics and rendering engine on iOS. Define user experience and build a proof of concept. Design prototypes of iOS screen capture applications running on top of the new screen capture framework. Utilize knowledge of Apple's UX design and various screen capture applications on Apple's proprietary operating system. Define responsibilities for each involved component and design APIs for each subcomponent. Build prototype and proof of concept to demonstrate end-to-end flow. Design block diagrams and wireframes. Build test applications and develop unit tests. Define performance benchmarks and execute performance tests. Using knowledge of the new iOS screen capture framework and all the APIs for each subcomponent. Triage incoming bugs, determine which component the bug belongs and develop triage tools. 40 hours/week. At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,800 - $264,200/yr and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location. PAY & BENEFITS: Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits: Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Mathematics or related field and 3 years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
• 1 year of experience in each of the following skills:
• Utilizing C++ and Swift to work on multi-language codebase.
• Designing and developing software interface including experience in API documentation, versioning, authentication, and optimization.
• Analyzing complex technical problems, including proposing and implementing solutions in performance, scalability, and security.
• Identifying and resolving performance bottlenecks, memory leaks, and other issues affecting the performance and stability of software applications.
• Using C++, including experience writing unit tests, integration tests, and automated test suites with test-driven development principles.
• Debugging software using an interactive debugger, including Xcode, to triage and address issues.
• Experience working with various operating systems (Linux, Unix, or Windows), including understanding operating system concepts, processes, threads, memory management, and file systems.
• Using version control systems Git, including branching, merging, and coding review workflows.
• Leading cross-functional projects from conception to completion, including defining project scope, setting milestones, coordinating resources, managing timelines, and mitigating risks.
• Communicating with stakeholders from different teams, understanding their requirements and expectations, and ensuring alignment throughout the project lifecycle.

Preferred Qualifications

• N/A

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