Senior Software Engineer, Middleware - Special Projects
AppleSenior Software Engineer, Middleware - Special Projects
AppleLocation
Cupertino, CA
Type
Full-time
Posted
5/8/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
The role involves working on generative intelligence to enhance Apple products by developing middleware that powers intelligent and adaptive experiences. The team operates at the intersection of hardware, software, and intelligence, focusing on creating systems and tools that enable AI-driven experiences. Engineers will collaborate with various teams to build integrated solutions that are both performant and intuitive. This hands-on position requires a deep understanding of Apple platforms and a commitment to optimizing performance.
Requirements
- Proficiency in Swift, C++, or Objective-C and comfortable reading and writing low-level code.
- Deep experience developing for Apple platforms with a strong understanding of their runtime systems.
- Proven ability to design and deliver cross-layer solutions that bridge hardware and software.
- Demonstrated ability to influence architectural decisions across cross-functional teams.
- Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field with 5+ years of relevant experience.
Responsibilities
- Design and deliver middleware that powers intelligent experiences across Apple products.
- Collaborate closely with hardware, robotics, ML, design, and platform teams.
- Measure and optimize performance using profiling and instrumentation tools.
- Deconstruct large features and implement practical solutions considering time and complexity tradeoffs.
- Build tools that make complex systems understandable and debuggable.
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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