Apple is hiring: Senior Cloud Media Library Software Engineer in Seattle

Senior Cloud Media Library Software Engineer

Seattle,Washington,United States

Software and Services

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 others 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. Its 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, youll do more than join something youll add something. This is a great opportunity to be an early member of a new engineering team on a highly visible, highly impactful project! You will be responsible for setting the direction and architecture of new and innovative on-device and cloud-based media management features for the creative space. You will work with human interface designers, quality assurance teams, and cross-functional engineering teams to go beyond code and influence everything from user interfaces to project planning.

**Description**

The Creativity Apps team is seeking a highly skilled Senior Engineer with in-depth knowledge and hands-on experience with on-device and cloud-based media management technologies. As a Senior Engineer you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining robust cloud syncing, media management, efficient on-device storage and collaboration solutions to enhance our products and services.

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ 5+ years proven experience writing and shipping reliable, scalable, maintainable, and testable code

+ Experience with Apple platforms including iOS and macOS

+ Proficient in Swift, Objective-C, C++, or C

+ Experience as a technical lead; demonstrating strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

+ Proven expertise and deep understanding of cloud syncing, media management, and collaboration technologies

+ Solid grasp of computer science fundamentals and object-oriented design

+ Ability to write performant, scalable, maintainable, and correct multi-threaded code

+ Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities

+ Willingness to ask for help, learn from others, and mentor others in turn

+ Committed to encouraging an open and inclusive work environment

+ Bachelors Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.

**Key Qualifications**

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Experience building APIs or frameworks

+ Experience with CloudKit

+ Experience working with media encoding and playback

+ Background in relational databases (SQLite, PostgreSQL, SQL, Core Data, etc.)

+ Performance tuning optimizing memory, scheduling, IO, networking protocols or databases

**Education & Experience**

**Additional Requirements**

**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 $166,600 and $296,300, 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 Apples 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 Apples Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Youll 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 (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html) 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.

+ Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant. (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088_EEOC_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf)

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