3D Frameworks Software Engineer - RealityKit

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll add something. Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It allows us to do the things we love in ways never before possible - all while staying connected to the people around us. The Vision Products Group (VPG) is looking for a 3D Frameworks Engineer to help build frameworks that will drive the next generation of interactive 3D experiences for our platform. You will play a significant role in defining and building the future of 3D and immersive interactions on Apple's s spatial computing platform - pushing you to think outside the box and work closely with designers and other software teams to solve incredibly challenging problems. You will work with some of Apple's most advanced technologies including Spatial Computing, Augmented Reality (AR), RealityKit, SwiftUI, to create ground-breaking new products.

Description As a member of the team, you'll have the opportunity to work cross-functionally to expand and modernize the 3D feature set of the RealityKit framework. We collaborate across Apple, working closely with hardware teams, low level system software teams, algorithm teams, HI, and our third party developer ecosystem. Our primary responsibilities are delivering new 3D graphics and simulation features, visionOS compositing, power & performance, API design and delivery.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement 3D features and APIs to enable magical immersive and interactive experiences
• Identify and optimize bottlenecks while ensuring consistent performance within thermal and power constraints
• Build comprehensive test suites in collaboration with quality assurance and engineering teams
• Participate in peer review of architecture, API, and individual software changes
• Collaborate with framework application, and human interface design teams across Apple

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science and/or equivalent field with demonstrated ability
• 6+ yrs of development experience
• Strong understanding of software engineering and computer science fundamentals, including object-oriented design principles, design patterns, data structures, algorithms and linear algebra
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Swift and/or C++
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Prior experience working with 3D rendering engines

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience debugging complex applications
• API design experience for publicly shipped frameworks
• Experience bridging C++ and swift programming languages

Pay & Benefits 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 $181,100 and $272,100, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

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.

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