IOS Developer

iOS Home Application Engineer, Wireless Technologies & EcosystemsThe iOS Home is the center for an entire ecosystem of secure and intelligent home connectivity. We are developing technologies and crafting experiences that revolutionize the way people interact with their homes. The team is seeking an expert engineer to help build the integrated Home experience on the iOS platform.As an engineer on our team, your responsibilities will range from high-level user interfaces, to writing background processing and networking code, to developing frameworks used by other teams at Apple and third party developers. You'll be tasked with maintaining and improving existing features and implementing new and innovative ideas for the future. You will also be responsible for delivering the best possible application performance including fast launch times and smooth scrolling. We work closely with the other iOS engineering teams, human interface designers, privacy, security and other groups across Apple and our partners at other companies. Our goals are simple but the task is large - build the most amazing home automation experience in the world that our customers will love.Minimum QualificationsStrong programming skills, preferably with Swift and Objective-C3+ years iOS user-interface programming experienceExperience with home automation scriptingExcellent communication and collaborative skillsExcellent understanding of optimization and performance issues across OS software layersExperience using AI coding assistants to increase efficiency and accuracy in delivered codeLaser-focused on the smallest details that are important to our customersPreferred QualificationsDevelopment experience using the Matter protocolObsessively passionate and inquisitive, and seek to tackle everyday problems in innovative waysFervent interest in the connected home & IoT spaceAt 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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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.Apple 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 applicant At 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 workplace Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.