The role is for a software engineer on Apple's Cocoa 2D Graphics team, focusing on core technologies for macOS, iOS, watchOS, and tvOS. The team is responsible for system-level frameworks such as CoreGraphics and ImageIO, aiming to enhance the customer experience across Apple platforms. The ideal candidate should be self-motivated and proactive, with strong technical and programming skills. The position involves improving security and performance of graphics frameworks while collaborating with various teams.

• Excellent knowledge of programming languages C, C++, and/or Objective-C.
• Strong understanding of graphics APIs and familiarity with CoreGraphics, UIKit, and AppKit APIs.
• Ability to improve the security and robustness of graphics frameworks.
• Deep understanding of system-level concepts, including multi-threaded design and synchronization.
• Strong low-level debugging abilities and knowledge of Swift are a plus.
• Familiarity with image container formats, pixel formats, colorspace management, and HDR imaging flows.
• Experience with CPU-based graphics and imaging algorithms and techniques.
• Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.

• Work on CoreGraphics, ImageIO, and related frameworks.
• Build and evolve C/C++, Objective-C, and Swift APIs.
• Collaborate with various teams to deliver quality improvements and performance enhancements.
• Contribute to improving the security of frameworks.
• Deliver well-designed, robust, and maintainable infrastructure and mitigations.

• 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.