Software Engineer, Streaming Media

Posted: Jan 12, 2024

Role Number:200534191

At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Imagine what you could do here! Do you bring passion and dedication to your job? If so, we're looking for individuals like you! Apple's Audio and Media Technologies group (AMT) is looking for a highly skilled software engineer to join us. The Streaming Media team works on core technologies that power leading edge audio-visual experiences on Apple’s platforms (iPhones/iPads, Apple TV, Apple Watch, macOS, and Vision Pro). Our team is also the creator of the HTTP Live Streaming protocol, one of the most successful adaptive bitrate streaming solutions in the industry. You will take part in designing groundbreaking features and experiences for future OS releases and contribute to the advancement of video streaming technologies.

Key Qualifications

Strong software development experience in C or ObjectiveC, with proficiency in multi-threaded development and synchronization primitives
Excellent working knowledge of Operating Systems fundamentals (virtual memory, IPC, CPU scheduling, file system, IO management, application execution, etc.,)
Debugging and troubleshooting software issues using system profiling, network analysis tools (e.g., GDB/LLDB, Valgrind, Xcode Instruments, Wireshark, etc.,)

Description

As a Streaming Media Software Engineer, you will be accountable for the following: - Developing features in areas related to media streaming - Contribute to overall media systems design, performance analysis and optimizations - Collaborate closely with multi-functional teams to ensure end to end bringup of new features.

Education & Experience

BS/MS in CS/CE or equivalent

Additional Requirements

Essential Traits:
- Value a diverse and inclusive work environment
- Demonstrated ability to work with a large cross-functional teams
- Excellent judgment and integrity with the ability to make timely and sound decisions
- Ability to stay focused and prioritize a heavy workload while achieving extraordinary quality
- Upbeat, adaptable, and results oriented with a positive attitude
Development experience in Swift or Python is strong plus but not a requirement. Given the team’s focus on streaming technologies, knowledge of streaming protocols such as HLS, DASH, RTSP, RTP, etc., and media codecs, formats, transport protocols, represents a strong plus.

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 $131,500.00 and $243,300.00, 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.

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.