Software Development Engineer, Siri Runtime Systems and Interaction

Summary

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives.

The Siri Software Group is looking for a highly motivated Systems Software Engineer to help build delightful Siri experiences supercharged with Apple Intelligence. You will be working with the team that has created the best-in-class intelligent voice assistant that helps millions of people get things done. You enjoy problem solving and are passionate about building high-quality software that enables a wowing customer experience.

Description

In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing, building and integrating the next generation of Siri that is responsive, deterministic and low-latency. You will focus on new features, system integration to optimize performance for low-latency interaction as well as exceptional battery life, and help develop intelligent experiences into people’s daily lives. This is a highly cross functional role requires collaborating with with engineers across software, hardware and silicon to create these experiences that leverage the latest advancements in Large Language Models (LLMs), on-device execution and distributed execution.

Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain the robust on-device runtime for Siri.
Implement scalable, maintainable, and highly testable code, ensuring best practices in engineering.
Contributing to architecture decisions, design reviews and peer code reviews.
Debug, optimize, and profile system performance to ensure high-quality, responsive interactions.
Leverage GenAI-based tooling to enhance engineering productivity, code quality, and efficiency at scale.

Minimum Qualifications

Strong programming skills in either of C++, Swift or ObjectiveC.
Strong problem solving skills and comfortable dealing with ambiguity
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Bachelors in Computer Science/related disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Swift/C++/ObjectiveC for building and designing production quality software.
Experience with developing and optimizing algorithms that run efficiently on resource constrained platforms
Experience with API design or framework development
Experience with systems and kernel programming
Exposure to tools and workflows related to debugging, memory profiling, performance optimization
Masters or PhD degree

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

At 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. Learn more about Apple Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

Pay & Benefits — Seattle, Washington, United States

At 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 $142,300 and $263,300, 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 Benefits

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.