OS Performance Tools Engineer

Apple • San Diego, CA

137d

About The Position

The OS Performance Tools team is looking for a software developer with a keen understanding of optimization techniques and performant application design to support our efforts in performance outreach and developer engagement. Our work enables iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS to perform well, and gives 3rd party developers the tools and data they need to easily write great performing apps. A successful candidate may have experience with a specific layer of software (e.g. embedded, UI, server) but an interest in learning how the entire stack and flow of information works. The ideal candidate would also not only understand the fundamentals of designing and implementing a performant application for iOS, macOS, tvOS, or watchOS, but also the impact of big data on decision making in software development.

Requirements

• Expertise in at least one layer of software development (embedded, UI, server).
• Understanding of how data influences decision making in software development.
• Aptitude to independently learn new technologies, prototype, and propose software design and solutions.
• Passion for product quality and attention to detail.
• Self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Excellent problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Prior development experience in Unix, Linux, or macOS.
• Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
• CS degree or equivalent experience.

Nice To Haves

• Mobile app development experience.
• Understanding of Operating System fundamentals.
• Experience with large data processing.
• Experience with complex data visualization.

Responsibilities

• Work on performance tools that model various aspects of Apple’s Operating Systems to enable teams to tackle challenging multi-functional performance problems.
• Solve problems in the areas of usability/UX, cross-platform compatibility, and techniques for debugging performance issues across the OS.
• Understand many layers of software across the entire Apple platform, from on-device performance analysis to server infrastructure for data processing.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees