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Senior Software Engineer - Location Technologies, Sensing & Connectivity

Apple

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

7/30/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

The Sensing and Connectivity Location team at Apple focuses on developing software and infrastructure for positioning services across Apple products. This role involves enhancing the accuracy and availability of on-device location services through curated network-delivered aiding data. Candidates will work with advanced algorithms and sensor integration to improve user navigation and mapping experiences. A strong background in software development and positioning technologies is essential for success in this position.

Requirements

  • BS or MS in Electrical Engineering, Computer Science, Aerospace, Geomatics, or equivalent.
  • 5+ years of software or positioning experience.
  • Strong software development skills in C/C++, Java, and/or Python.
  • Demonstrated depth in GNSS positioning concepts, cloud-based service design, or production monitoring systems.
  • Working knowledge of RF or alternate location-sensing technologies.

Responsibilities

  • Advance the accuracy and availability of Apple's on-device location services.
  • Integrate multiple on-device sensor suites and network-provisioned aiding data.
  • Develop and ship software for embedded or consumer hardware platforms.
  • Collaborate with external vendors or partners on technical data-integration efforts.
  • Present technical findings or recommendations to management or non-technical audiences.

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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