OS Performance Tools Engineer - Developer Engagement

The OS Performance Tools team is looking for a software developer with a keen understanding of optimization techniques and performant application design to support our efforts in performance outreach and developer engagement. Our work enables iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS to perform well, and gives 3rd party developers the tools and data they need to easily write great performing apps.

A successful candidate may have experience with a specific layer of software (e.g. embedded, UI, server) but an interest in learning how the entire stack and flow of information works. The ideal candidate would also not only understand the fundamentals of designing and implementing a performant application for iOS, macOS, tvOS, or watchOS, but also the impact of big data on decision making in software development.

Description

Work on performance tools that model various aspects of Apple's Operating Systems to enable teams to tackle challenging multi-functional performance problems. You will be solving problems in the areas of usability/UX, cross-platform compatibility, and techniques for debugging performance issues across the OS.

Our team owns a wide variety of software across the entire Apple platform, from on-device performance analysis to server infrastructure for data processing. An ideal candidate will be ambitious and grow to understand many layers of software.","responsibilities":"A typical day in this role could be analyzing app performance issues and engaging with 3rd party developers to resolve those issues.

Optimize operating system behaviors to better support app developers on Apple platforms

Influence cross-functional teams to pursue new features that support mobile app developers

Preferred Qualifications

Mobile app development experience

Understanding of Operating System fundamentals

Large data processing

Complex data visualization

Minimum Qualifications

Expertise in at least one layer of software development (embedded, UI, server)

You understand how data influences decision making in software development

You seek learning new technologies

Aptitude to independently learn new technologies, prototype, and propose software design and solutions

Passion for product quality and attention to detail

Self-motivated and able to work independently

Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking

Prior development in Unix, Linux, or macOS

Excellent spoken and written communication

CS degree or equivalent experience

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