The Home Platforms Software Team is seeking an experienced engineer to join the tvOS Performance Engineering team, focusing on delivering top-tier home entertainment solutions. This role involves collaborating with various engineering teams across Apple in a fast-paced environment. The engineer will analyze the performance of tvOS for HomePod and Apple TV, focusing on aspects such as memory footprint, video and audio performance, and interactive responsiveness. A strong understanding of hardware-software interaction and OS optimization is essential for success in this position.

• 4+ years of experience working in the OS Performance area
• Strong understanding of low-level hardware-software interaction and operating systems from Kernel to User Interface
• Proven understanding of various OS architectures along with their optimization and performance
• Methodical approach with a proven record of leading a complete functional area of an application or product
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Scripting and programming skills in C/C++, Python, or similar
• Experience in troubleshooting, debugging, and reproducing issues
• Excellent problem-solving, critical thinking, and analytical abilities
• Experience in drawing conclusions from large amounts of data and presenting findings to engineering leadership
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or equivalent experience

• Analyze the performance of tvOS for HomePod and Apple TV
• Evaluate memory footprint, video and audio performance, and interactive responsiveness
• Collaborate with engineering teams across Apple, including Core OS, hardware engineering, HomeKit, and audio and video engineering
• Work independently on a quickly changing set of projects and requirements
• Ensure new products are built with optimized performance

• 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.