February 14, 2025

HomeKit Software Principal Engineer

Senior • On-site

$207,800 - $378,700/yr

Cupertino, CA

Summary

Posted:
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200591509
The HomeKit team provides the foundation which enables an entire ecosystem of secure and intelligent connected home devices. Our mission is to create a scalable, distributed system that will transform how people interact with their home accessories. We are looking for a dedicated and passionate engineer to help advance our Home platform and elevate it to new heights.

Description

You will develop the platform that enables accessories, iOS devices, and applications to work together to create amazing user experiences. You will work on different layers of the software stack, from protocol design and implementation, to developer APIs, to defining the customer experience. You'll have the exciting opportunity to not only enhance and refine existing features but also to pioneer groundbreaking ideas that will shape the future of our technology. Our goals are simple but the task is large - craft the most amazing home automation experience in the world that our customers will love!

Minimum Qualifications

  • 15-20 years of software development experience
  • Experience with technical leadership
  • Strong programming skills in one or more object-oriented languages such as Objective-C, Swift or C++
  • Strong background in networks, video streaming and encoding, and encryption to achieve security and privacy

Preferred Qualifications

  • Excellent experience with operating systems concepts that contribute to application performance and scalability, including: multi-threading, memory management, networking, wireless technologies, protocols, and distributed system architecture
  • Experience with video stream and encoding standards and implementations
  • Ability to thrive in a collaborative environment with a real passion for product quality and attention to detail
  • Ability to work in a rapid development cycle with tight schedules
  • Well-founded grasp of computer science fundamentals
  • Experience shipping real products to customers
  • Experience with Smart Home technology
  • Experience working in standards organizations
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science or equivalent experience

Pay & Benefits

  • 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 $207,800 and $378,700, 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.