Sr Software Engineer, Proactive

Summary

The Siri & Information Intelligence team is looking for engineers to define and architect our on-device search technologies. As part of this group, you'll work with our machine learning, natural language processing, and infrastructure teams; optimize your work to run efficiently across Apple's range of products; and build partnerships across Apple in order to deliver great user experiences underpinned by modular, thoughtfully designed software.

Description

In this role, you'll be working to define and implement the architecture of Apple's groundbreaking search technology across our entire range of products. You'll work closely with multiple teams across the organization, building durable and reusable technologies written with future evolution in mind. You'll additionally be responsible not only for delivering the latest advances in search to our users, from text to media, but also safeguarding their privacy by leveraging the unique features of Apple devices.

Successful candidates must be passionate about software architecture and system design, caring not only about user experience but also the tradeoffs and optimizations required to deliver great mobile experiences. Cross-functional collaboration and evangelism is a key part of this position, and you'll be expected to work with our natural language processing, machine learning, and OS framework teams to tailor their technologies for each and every Apple platform and device.

BS in Computer Science or Software Engineering, or equivalent proven experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Software optimization experience, accompanied by knowledge of profiling tools and techniques, a plus
Knowledge of machine learning fundamentals a plus
Knowledge and experience in search and indexing technologies a plus

Minimum Qualifications

4+ years of iOS / macOS application development with Objective-C and / or Swift
Prior experience developing frameworks and designing application programming interfaces
Comfortable working cross-functionally and can communicate complex ideas clearly