Senior Audio Intelligence Triage and Integration Engineer, Watch Software

Role Number: 200687790Team: Software and ServicesLocation: CupertinoWeekly Hours: 40Posted: 2026-10-20SummaryDo you want to help deliver the next amazing Apple product? The Apple Watch software team is seeking an Audio Intelligence Triage and Integration Engineer to investigate complex issues in our intelligent audio features, integrate changes across teams, and build AI tools and automation that scale the team’s impact. You will work across the full software stack and help engineering triage complex problems.DescriptionIn this role, you will triage complex issues in our audio intelligence features, which combine sound and speech recognition, on-device and cloud-based language models, and secure system software. You will reproduce issues, analyze logs and diagnostics, find root causes and regression points, and route each issue to the right owner with a clear priority and actionable next steps. You will integrate changes and coordinate testing with QA teams, and build AI-assisted tools and agentic workflows that make triage faster and more accurate. We are looking for a deeply technical, curious engineer who enjoys hard debugging problems and wants to help shape how Apple builds reliable intelligent features.Minimum QualificationsBachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent professional experience5+ years of experience in software development, quality, or reliability engineeringStrong debugging skills with macOS, iOS, or other UNIX-based systems, and an understanding of OS fundamentals such as processes, memory, and concurrencyProficiency in Python and shell scripting, and the ability to understand and debug Swift, Objective-C, or CHands-on experience building tools or workflows with LLMs, including agents, skills, or Model Context Protocol (MCP)Understanding of how ML models are evaluated and deployed, and how they failExperience with bug tracking, source control (preferably git), and continuous integration systemsExcellent communication skills and the ability to work across teams to drive issues to resolutionPreferred QualificationsExperience with speech recognition, audio processing, natural language processing, or LLM-based featuresExperience with on-device ML, including Core MLExperience with Xcode, Instruments, and performance or power profilingExperience with retrieval-augmented generation (RAG) or knowledge systems that give LLM tools contextExperience building tools adopted by engineering teams beyond your ownExperience with data analytics and understanding large data setsPay & BenefitsAt Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $175,500 and $263,800, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple’s discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You’ll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple BenefitsNote: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.EEO StatementApple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicantAccessibilityAt Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsApplication DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.