Apple's ProVideo Software team is seeking a skilled engineer to advance GPU-accelerated visual effects and AI/ML-driven image processing. The role focuses on designing and optimizing algorithms for real-time video playback across Apple platforms. You will work within a high-performance application framework and integrate cutting-edge AI/ML models into production pipelines. Collaboration with cross-functional partners in video engineering, machine learning, and product design is essential.

• 5+ years of experience in image and video processing algorithm development, with a strong emphasis on real-time or near-real-time applications.
• Hands-on experience implementing and optimizing GPU-based visual effects for video playback pipelines.
• Proficiency in Metal for GPU programming on Apple platforms.
• Strong background in C/C++ and at least one of Objective-C or Swift for production software development.
• Demonstrated ability to integrate new features into large, mature application frameworks without regressions.
• Solid understanding of NLE playback pipelines, including colorspace management and display rendering.
• Familiarity with node-based image processing architectures and their design trade-offs.
• Familiarity with AI/ML-based image and video processing technologies and on-device model integration.
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent.

• Design, implement, and optimize GPU-based real-time visual effects and image processing algorithms.
• Integrate cutting-edge AI/ML models into production pipelines while ensuring correctness across colorspaces and display targets.
• Engage in algorithm prototyping and Metal shader development.
• Perform performance profiling and optimization using tools like Xcode Instruments and GPU Frame Capture.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional partners in video engineering, machine learning, and product design.

• 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.