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Messaging Protocols Software Engineer

3 days ago 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. We're looking for a motivated software engineer to develop cutting-edge networking technologies for the next generation of frameworks that powers sharing and real-time collaboration.

The Applied Networking team provides the frameworks to power interconnecting Apple devices to unlock sharing, collaboration, secure connections, and more! These frameworks provide API surfaces that enable Apple products such as iMessage, FaceTime, HomeKit, SharePlay, Apple Watch, AirDrop, and more to develop technologies and craft experiences that revolutionize the way people interact with their devices.

If this opportunity sounds exciting to you, please apply!

Description

Please join us in strengthening the Apple ecosystem and bringing users together with innovative communications technologies. The Communication Applications team is a passionate collection of engineers who are looking for a highly motivated engineer with aspirations to build powerful products that change our customers lives, cultivate learning, and lead cross-functional efforts to success. This team's products are deeply important to Apple users and our success depends on partnership, technical leadership, and diverse experiences

Preferred Qualifications

Strong object-oriented programming skills in at least one language like Objective-C, C++, Java, or Swift

Strong communication ,collaboration, and social skills

Self-directed and can solve problems independently

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or equivalent domain

Strong software development and design skills for embedded systems

Familiarity with client-server driven architecture and network protocols used for real-time communications

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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 .

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Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA
Job ID: apple-200632352-0836_rxr-658
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2025-11-17T19:10:57

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