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Sr iOS Software Engineer - Creative Apps

Apple

Location

Cary, NC, Cupertino, CA, San Diego, CA, Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/20/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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

The Creativity Apps team at Apple is seeking a senior engineer to architect and build media management and collaboration features for creative tools. This role involves working alongside teams responsible for Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and iWork to develop next-generation tools for creators. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in iOS development and cloud technologies, and will be instrumental in shaping innovative collaborative features. This position offers the opportunity to influence user interface design and project planning while fostering an inclusive work environment.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of proven experience shipping high-quality, tested code on iOS and/or macOS
  • Experience as a technical lead demonstrating strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills
  • Strong understanding of architectural patterns commonly used in Apple platform development
  • Solid grasp of computer science fundamentals and object-oriented design
  • Proficiency in Swift and at least one UI framework (SwiftUI, UIKit, or AppKit)
  • Demonstrated ability to work with ambiguity and take full ownership of product features
  • Track record of mentoring others while remaining open to learning and asking for help
  • Commitment to fostering an open and inclusive work environment
  • Demonstrated interest in one of Apple's apps for creative pros & enthusiasts (Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, iMovie, GarageBand)
  • Experience with modern concurrency in Swift, including async / await and actors
  • Proficiency with Swift Testing and / or XCTest
  • Demonstrated commitment to accessibility and localization

Responsibilities

  • Architect and build media management and collaboration features for creative tools.
  • Collaborate with human interface designers and quality assurance teams.
  • Influence user interface design and project planning.
  • Drive features from concept to delivery.
  • Mentor team members while fostering an inclusive work environment.

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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