Pro Accessibility Software Engineer

At Apple, the Pro Accessibility team is dedicated to building tools and technologies that empower people who are blind or hard-of-hearing. Whether through magnification features or captioning technology, our mission is simple: to make the world easier to navigate and more approachable with accessible Apple technology.

Description

At Apple, we believe technology is most powerful when it empowers everyone. We're looking for a Software Engineer who is passionate about creating accessible experiences that enhance clarity, readability, and control for all users, regardless of ability. In this role, you'll build and refine macOS accessibility features focused on vision and reading support, such as Accessibility Reader and Magnifier, as well as speech-driven features, such as Live Speech and Live Captions. If you're eager to learn, innovate, and make meaningful contributions, you'll thrive on our team.

Preferred Qualifications

Ability to learn quickly and grapple with complex, critical code

3+ years of relevant work experience

Upbeat, adaptable, and results-oriented attitude

Aptitude for independently learning new technologies

Passion for quality and attention to detail

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Experience with Apple Accessibility APIs and/or Accessibility technologies

Familiarity with audio-related software development

Experience in developing safe and efficient multithreaded software systems

Excitement to build software that makes a tangible difference in people's lives

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science

Experience with at least one of the following languages and related development tools: ObjectiveC, Swift, C++, or C

Ability to create, understand and maintain Object-Oriented software designs

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