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Software Engineer

Apple

Software Engineering

Cupertino, CA, USA

USD 126,800-190,900 / year + Equity

Posted on May 2, 2026

Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish!

XDE is looking for a Software Engineer to support exploratory technology research. In this role, you will lead development of multiple SW projects to support early technology prototype research. You will design, architect, implement, maintain and drive continuous enhancements to these SW projects, and work with an interdisciplinary team to delivery user experience prototypes.

BS in Computer Science or related field, or industry equivalent
Experience with computer graphics (e.g. OpenGL), especially real-time rendering pipelines, ideally through real-world projects
Experience with low-level programming interfacing with HW
Proficiency with shader and shading language (HLSL, Metal)
Proficiency with a scripting language, e.g., Python

Graduate degree in Computer Science
Experience optimizing real-time rendering performance of complex graphics pipelines
Experience with Apple ecosystem development (macOS, iOS, visionOS)
Experience with VR development
Experience working with an interdisciplinary team and communicating across domain knowledge boundaries
Creation and manipulation of novel 3D environments
Rapid prototyping of VR-based UI experiences on a Apple Vision Pro or other headset
Familiarity with computational imaging techniques
Past experience conducting research in an academic setting

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 $126,800 and $190,900, 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.

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

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Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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NOLAvate Black is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization and talent incubator that exists to bridge the digital divide through initiatives that promote employability, retention, and advancement in tech for underrepresented talent in the technology industry.​

NOLAvate Black is a 501(c)(3) non profit organization and talent incubator that exists to bridge the digital divide through initiatives that promote employability, retention, and advancement in tech for underrepresented talent in the technology industry.