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Software Engineer, Automations and Shortcuts, Proactive

Apple Inc
  • Cupertino, CA
    13 days ago

    Job Description

    Play a part in the next revolution in human-computer interaction. Join the team behind Shortcuts, Siri, and Proactive Intelligence technology that helps millions of people get more done on their devices, privately and securely. As an iOS and macOS engineer on this team, youll help shape Automations and the connected home experience, turning smart devices into something truly intelligent. Youll ship code that runs on the devices you use every day, as part of a collaborative team building a first-party app across all of Apples platforms. Youll focus on Automations the system that lets people connect their apps, devices, and home accessories into seamless, intelligent routines. Your work will span deep OS integration, collaboration with first-party apps and services, and the leading edge of on-device intelligence and Proactives technologies. Youll break down complex technical challenges, build relationships across teams, and craft system features that feel effortless to use.

    Youll bring a builders mindset to both new and existing products anticipating issues before they surface, guiding early stage development of new capabilities, and writing code thats built to last. Whether youre shipping a new feature, fixing a bug, or refining the architecture underneath it all, youll bring the same attention to detail that turns good software into something people love.Develop and maintain Automations features with a focus on Home and HomeKit integration Build complex, performant systems that integrate deeply with the OS and hardware Collaborate with teams across Apple to deliver cohesive, proactive experiences Contribute across the full feature stack from architecture and implementation to bug fixes and system designBachelors degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience Experience building software applications in Objective-C or Swift Skilled communicator, both verbally and in writing Experience building and maintaining complex, performant systems that integrate deeply with the OS and hardwarePassion for the Home and HomeKit ecosystem and the future of intelligent automation Focus on software architecture that is robust, performant, and maintainable Comfort working in a cross-functional environment, solving problems that span multiple systems Ability to take ownership guiding existing products, anticipating issues, and driving early-stage development of new capabilities Familiarity with tools such as Xcode, lldb, Instruments, and Claude Code, paired with an eye for detail and quality

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationCupertino, CA
    IndustryComputer/IT Services
    Company Size10,000 employees or more
    Year Founded1976
    Websitehttps://www.apple.com/jobs

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