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AirPlay Third-Party Engineering Manager

Yesterday San Diego, CA

Do you want to make a significant impact on how hundreds of millions of people around the world stream content from their Apple devices to third-party devices? If you are passionate about being a technical leader with a strong product focus, look no further. Imagine the groundbreaking innovations you could contribute to here!

We are seeking an experienced Software Engineering Manager to join our AirPlay team. This team is at the forefront of creating cutting-edge audio-visual experiences across Apple's platforms (iPhones/iPads, Apple TV, Apple Watch, HomePod, macOS, and Vision Pro) and third-party devices. Recently, our team made headlines by bringing AirPlay to select hotels, enhancing user experiences in new and exciting ways.

(https://www.apple.com/newsroom/2024/04/airplay-is-now-available-in-select-ihg-hotels-and-resorts-properties/).

As a member of the AirPlay team, you will design and develop innovative features and experiences for customers, enabling seamless streaming on speakers and TVs both inside and outside the home. Your work will shape the future of how people interact with their devices, making their lives more connected and enjoyable. Join us and be a part of a team that is redefining the future of sharing media to remote devices.

Description

As an AirPlay Software Engineering Manager, you will be accountable for the following:

- Leading a versatile team of engineers developing exciting new features in the area of remote media playback

- Open up the boundaries on innovation, working on compelling designs at the very edge of what's technically possible

- Contribute to overall media systems design, performance analysis and optimizations

- Collaborate closely with multi-functional teams to ensure end to end bringup of new feature

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in working with embedded media systems that feature playback and user interface components

Minimum Qualifications

Must have strong software development experience in C, C++, and/or JavaScript

Excellent prioritization skills and focus

Strong problem solving, critical thinking, and communications skills

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Experience in working with media systems

Debugging and solving software issues using system profiling, network analysis tools (e.g., GDB/LLDB, Valgrind, Xcode Instruments, Wireshark, etc.,)

Bachelor's degree in an engineering field or equivalent

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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 $188,200 and $325,500, 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.

Client-provided location(s): San Diego, CA
Job ID: apple-200653930-3543_rxr-663
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-04-18T20:08:03

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Parental Benefits

      • Work Flexibility

        • Office Life and Perks

          • Vacation and Time Off

            • Financial and Retirement

              • Professional Development

                • Diversity and Inclusion

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