Software Engineer, Braille Accessibility

People who are blind or have low vision can access text and sometimes images using a Refreshable Braille Display, which dynamically raises and lowers tactile dots on a surface. Apple's VoiceOver screen reader supports using Refreshable Braille Displays via USB or Bluetooth on many Apple platforms including iOS, macOS, watchOS, and visionOS. The Braille Accessibility team is responsible for all Braille-related support in VoiceOver, ranging from low-level drivers through high-level features to customize the user experience specifically for Braille.

Description

At Apple we believe that technology is most powerful when it empowers everyone. Our team is seeking a Software Engineer to improve and enhance the accessibility of Apple products for all users, regardless of their abilities. The ideal candidate will be a motivated software engineer, eager to learn and contribute meaningfully to the lives of our users.

On the Braille Accessibility team, you'll work across the whole stack to ensure a great experience for Braille users, ranging from low-level drivers, to translating between print text and braille, all the way through helping to ensure that user interfaces on Apple platforms are fully accessible to Braille users.

Sometimes the best way to solve a problem will be to debug it across the whole platform. We need someone who won't be afraid to dive into app code, system frameworks or third-party libraries order to find the root cause and deliver the best user experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with accessibility and assistive technologies (experience with Braille would be a plus)

Experience with Objective-C and/or Swift, and developing on Apple platforms

Experience with both low-level systems code (e.g. byte manipulation and IPCs) and frontend code.

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

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor of Science in Computer Science or equivalent

3+ years of relevant work experience

Proficient in Swift, Objective-C, C++, Java or another systems language

Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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

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