Photos Backend Systems Engineer

Job Description

The Photos Infrastructure team at Apple is seeking a software engineer to develop innovative applications and infrastructure for Apple platforms.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent degree with at least 3 years of relevant experience
• Strong foundation in computer science fundamentals
• Demonstrable experience with at least one of: C/C++ programming, Assembly language, Operating systems development, Compiler work, Inter-process communication (IPC), or Media transformations

Responsibilities

• Develop APIs and frameworks (particularly PhotoKit) for third-party developers to integrate with Apple's photo ecosystem
• Conduct performance profiling and tuning for memory usage, scheduling, I/O operations, and networking protocols
• Optimize database queries and media processing algorithms for smooth user experiences at scale
• Support the development of innovative features leveraging the hardware-software integration of Apple devices

Benefits

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.