Photos Imaging Software Engineer, Camera & Photos

Apple’s Photos Imaging team is looking for a talented, enthusiastic and growth-centered software engineer to join an expanding team focused on the next generation of image and video editing features in the Photos ecosystem.
The ideal candidate will have exposure to current Apple imaging technologies as well as a proven track record that demonstrates innovation, strong collaboration, excellent communication skills and a passion for designing high-quality software.

Object-Oriented analysis and design experience
C / C++ / Objective-C experience
Exposure to performance analysis and optimization techniques
Exposure to image processing technologies
Desire to grow and develop in a fast-paced development team

Knowledge of Image and video processing applications, methodologies, and best practices
Exposure to Metal, OpenCL, OpenGL, or other GPU programming languages
Interest in Visual Media, Graphics, and/or Photography
Exposure to ML techniques and paradigms
Creative mindset

iPhone is the most popular camera in the world, and the Photos team builds a set of best-in-class features to highlight the amazing images that it can produce. The flawless integration of software and hardware has led to magical experiences in features like Memories, Cinematic HDR video, Portrait Mode and CleanUp.
The Photos team focuses on building new user experiences that leverage multiple technologies such as computer vision and machine learning-based image processing and much more.
Our team works hard on products that ship to millions of people—we are looking for people who want to do the same!

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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

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Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.