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Software Engineer (Tools), Engagement Engineering

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

As a Software Engineer (Tools) at Apple, you will shape the future of software development by building tools for developers worldwide. You will be part of the Engagement Engineering team, focusing on GenAI coding and productivity tooling. This role involves integrating large language models and AI-assisted workflows into Apple's software development ecosystem. You will work closely with end users and product teams to refine AI tool experiences based on user needs.

Requirements

  • 6+ years of industry experience
  • Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience
  • Experience in modern scripting or compiled languages such as Python, Swift, or C/C++
  • Understanding of large language models and AI-assisted development tools
  • Familiarity with LLM APIs, prompt engineering, or AI coding assistants
  • Experience integrating AI/ML capabilities into developer-facing tools or workflows
  • Experience with SDK or framework development used by other developers
  • Experience with reliable, scalable, distributed systems
  • Strong communication skills to engage with customers and collaborate with teams

Responsibilities

  • Build tools used by developers to enhance software development processes
  • Contribute to the development of AI-assisted workflows and technologies
  • Refine user requirements and prototype new solutions from scratch
  • Collaborate with internal engineering teams to improve developer productivity
  • Drive engagement efforts across the wider Software organization

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.

H-1B filing history

Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026

Filing entity: Apple Inc

As of Aug 23, 2026

Initial approvals

1,065

FY2026

Approval rate

99.0%

FY2026

LCA certified

9,221

FY2026

Entry-level share

5.6%

FY2026

Initial approvals YoY

+30%

Trend

LCA certified YoY

-35%

Trend

Initial approvals by fiscal year

Approval rate by fiscal year

Continuing vs initial approvals

LCA certified positions by quarter

LCA certified positions by fiscal year

Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.

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