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Software Engineer - App Store Discovery

Apple

Location

San Francisco, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/5/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The App Store Discovery team is seeking talented UI engineers to enhance the app discovery experience for users across Apple devices. The team focuses on building native experiences that facilitate user engagement with apps through editorial content, search, and personalization. Engineers will work with Swift and modern UI frameworks, collaborating closely with design, product, and platform teams. The role emphasizes delivering impactful features and requires a strong foundation in iOS development and design principles.

Requirements

  • Demonstrated experience of 4+ years in developing applications and user interfaces with Swift or Objective-C.
  • Solid foundation in object-oriented programming and design.
  • Exceptional problem-solving and critical thinking abilities.
  • Strong interpersonal skills and ability to thrive in a team-oriented environment.
  • Passion for learning new skills and taking on new challenges.
  • Sharp eye for detail to ensure top-notch deliverables.
  • Proactive in investigating and understanding project requirements independently.
  • Proven ability to collaborate with multi-functional teams and manage expectations.
  • BS in computer science or equivalent work experience.
  • Hands-on experience with advanced iOS frameworks such as UIKit, SwiftUI, AVKit/Foundation, and Core Graphics.
  • In-depth knowledge of performance optimization techniques for native client applications.
  • Expertise in integrating backend APIs and services.
  • Strong understanding of UI/UX design principles and experience working closely with design teams.
  • Experience in mentoring junior developers and leading cross-functional technical projects.
  • Familiarity with JavaScript development technologies such as JavaScript, Typescript, AJAX, and Node.

Responsibilities

  • Build and evolve the app discovery experience for users across Apple devices.
  • Develop native user interfaces that enhance user engagement with apps.
  • Collaborate with design, product, and platform teams to deliver impactful features.
  • Investigate and understand project requirements independently.
  • Mentor junior developers and lead cross-functional technical projects.
  • Integrate backend APIs and services into applications.
  • Optimize performance for native client applications.

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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