The Streaming Media team at Apple is seeking a creative and dedicated software engineer to enhance media viewing and listening experiences across various platforms. This role focuses on developing new features for video streaming and web-based playback while contributing to the design of media systems. The engineer will work closely with applications, tooling, and data analytics teams to improve the player stack and launch innovative features. This position offers a unique opportunity to learn from industry experts and contribute to cutting-edge media streaming technologies.

• BS/MS in Computer Science or Computer Engineering or equivalent.
• 3-5 years of experience in software development.
• Strong software development experience in C/C++ for multi-threaded systems.
• Outstanding analytical, programming, and debugging skills.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate under tight deadlines.
• Experience working with audio-visual media.
• Experience using LLMs in software development.

• Develop new features for video streaming and web-based playback.
• Contribute to overall media systems design and tuning adaptation algorithms.
• Integrate machine learning models to enhance user experiences.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive improvements in the player stack.
• Craft protocols, implementations, and services for multimedia experiences.

• 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.