Location
Cary, NC, Cupertino, CA, San Diego, CA, Seattle, WA, Vancouver, WA
Type
Full-time
Posted
8/20/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Job description
The Creativity Apps team at Apple is seeking a senior engineer with expertise in Apple platforms to architect and build media management and collaboration features for creative tools. This role involves working with teams behind Final Cut Pro, Logic Pro, and iWork to develop next-generation tools for creators. The ideal candidate will be responsible for setting the direction and architecture of innovative collaborative features while collaborating with various teams. This position offers a unique opportunity to be an early member of a new engineering team.
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.
- Set the direction and architecture of new collaborative features in the creative space.
- Collaborate with human interface designers, quality assurance teams, and cross-functional teams.
- Influence user interface design and project planning.
- Drive features from concept to delivery while ensuring sustainable software development.
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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