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iOS Engineer - Apple TV

Yesterday Cupertino, CA

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. The Home Platforms Software Team creates solutions for the home, from building incredible movie watching experiences to building the ecosystem to allow Apple devices to work better together. We make software for Apple TV, HomePod, and iPhone that allows our users to have a transformative listening experience anywhere in their house, to enjoy watching their favorite shows with stunning Dolby Vision quality and Atmos surround, and to play the newest hit from Apple Arcade. Our engineers employ their talent and tools to write the code that makes these experiences possible. They work cross-functionally with teams across Apple to make a seamless experience. Join the team to see what else is possible!

Description

The tvOS team is responsible for the underlying system that powers the Apple TV experience. If you're passionate about writing code and working with a world-class engineering team, come and work with us. As a self-directed iOS Engineer who is prepared to tackle complex problems and drive full-product solutions, the position requires a focus on high quality and performant code (both UI and infrastructure) to allow applications to shine. You will be thinking extensively about how your code impacts multiple processes on the system. While systems programming experience is helpful, it is not a prerequisite for this role. The team allows for growth and development and will mentor a hardworking engineer who enjoys working on different parts of the software stack.

Responsibilities:

Develop System Software Write code for core tvOS features with a focus on correctness, reliability, and performance.

Own Features End to End Work from low-level system components up to on-screen UI elements to ensure a polished end-user experience.

Collaborate Across Teams Work with Design, UI Frameworks, core OS, Applications, and QA teams to define and integrate new features into the system.

Preferred Qualifications

MS CS/CE/EE or equivalent experience

Minimum Qualifications

5+ years experience in commercial grade software development

Ability to write clear and high-performance code in Objective-C and/or Swift

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Experience with UIKit

Ability to analyze large features and implement practical solutions

Passion for quality and close attention to details

Strong communication and interpersonal skills

Ability to deliver proven work on tight schedules

Aptitude to independently learn new technologies

BS in Computer Science or related domain experience

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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): Cupertino, CA
Job ID: apple-200682807-0836
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-09-19T21:24:31

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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