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Core Audio Software Engineer, Audio & Media Technologies

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/24/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

The Core Audio System Software engineer will develop and debug audio system software for all of Apple's platforms. This role is part of the Media, Graphics & Compute Tech group, focusing on enhancing audio experiences across various applications like FaceTime and Siri. The engineer will work closely with hardware driver teams and integrate audio features with connected accessories. The position requires a passion for building audio products that improve user experience for millions of customers.

Requirements

  • Excellent software design and programming skills in C++
  • Solid understanding of object-oriented methodologies and multi-threaded programming
  • Experience with digital audio programming and strong debugging skills
  • At least two years of experience working in a software development environment
  • Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
  • Experience working with Bluetooth accessories is a plus
  • Experience with embedded audio in devices like smartphones or tablets is a plus
  • Experience with core software features like Telephony audio and/or Bluetooth audio is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Develop and debug audio system software for Apple's platforms
  • Work across the full spectrum of media and audio experiences
  • Collaborate with hardware driver teams to improve audio software components
  • Expose audio features and capabilities through the system
  • Enhance the audio experience for various applications and connected accessories

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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