The role is for a senior software engineer in Apple's UI Compositing team, focusing on building and optimizing compositing systems across various Apple platforms. The team is responsible for maintaining and evolving the compositing infrastructure that supports billions of devices. Candidates should have a strong technical background and the ability to work across multiple domains, tackling challenges related to performance, security, and system reliability. This position requires a proactive approach to problem-solving and a commitment to high-quality standards.

• 5+ years of experience in software development with a strong systems programming background
• Deep familiarity with Unix environments, system programming, and low-level debugging
• Proficiency in C/C++ with an understanding of memory management, threading, and performance optimization
• Strong debugging skills with the ability to trace complex issues through multiple layers of abstraction using tools like lldb, dtrace, and Instruments
• Experience with performance analysis and optimizations
• Bachelor's or Master's degree or equivalent in Computer Science or a related field

• Contribute to the core compositing infrastructure that powers all Apple devices
• Optimize how frames are scheduled and displayed while implementing visual security features
• Handle user input events and maintain critical system code
• Work on problems that balance performance with battery life and ensure security and privacy
• Collaborate with GPU driver teams, Display teams, and Metal framework engineers
• Mentor others and provide technical leadership within the team

• 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.