Senior 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 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 will allow 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) introduced Apple Vision Pro and visionOS to the world, setting a new standard for AR/VR platforms, and is now looking for a creative Senior Software Engineer to help build our tooling to enable us to deliver world class content.
Description
Apple makes innovative technologies accessible for the creation of amazing user experiences. You will have the opportunity to work in a team developing system level frameworks enabling these experiences, in close collaboration with other innovative teams across Apple and VPG. The candidate for this role will be comfortable working in a dynamic and creative environment with an ambition to improve, innovate and explore these technologies to enable creators to surprise and delight our users. Engineers are expected to work quickly and smartly to help determine the viability of ideas and technologies. You will need a keen understanding of 3D engines, GPUs, 3D Engines and content pipeline workflows.
Minimum Qualifications
- At least 8+ years of relevant industry experience with the following:
- Programming skills and knowledge of C++ or Swift
- Experience developing core 3D systems for realtime interactive apps such as ECS, animation, gameplay, input, networking or rendering
- Proficient in mathematics for 3D realtime applications (linear algebra)
- Understanding of CPU/GPU hardware architecture and how that affects solutions
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills
- Experience building tools for real-time engines.
- Experience in writing tools and/or scripting for DCCs (Maya, Houdini, Blender)
- BS in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, or a related field
Key Qualifications
Preferred Qualifications
- MS in Computer Science, Computer Graphics, or a related field, or PHD
- Familiar with 3D graphics API ( Metal, OpenGL, DirectX, CUDA, CG, or Vulkan)
- Experience building and maintaining game engines
- Experience working with artists and designers
- Proven track record of innovation in 3D development or related fields.
Education & Experience
Additional Requirements
Pay & Benefits
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