Apple · 20 hours ago
Senior Engineer - System Scheduling Performance
San Diego, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$140K/yr - $258K/yr
2+ years expApple is focused on developing technology for background task scheduling that enhances resource allocation across its platforms. The role involves designing and implementing a scalable scheduling system, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and optimizing background workloads to improve user experiences.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Design a scalable scheduling system to handle the increasing demand for background processing
Contribute high-quality software to iOS, iPadOS, macOS, watchOS, visionOS, tvOS and more
Develop intelligent scheduling policies and build new APIs for client adoption
Work with teams across Apple to optimize their background workloads
Push the boundary of what's possible in a highly contested and collaborative operating system
Qualification
Required
Strong programming background and technical skills with 2+ years after a Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
Clear understanding of operating system components and responsibilities
Familiarity with statistics and data analysis to derive meaningful insights from large datasets
Highly professional and collaborative with outstanding communication and presentation skills
Proven track record leading software projects from inception through customer delivery
Preferred
M.S. or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, with strong Systems understanding and intuition
Working knowledge of Operating Systems (memory management, resource contention, thread/process lifecycles, file systems, etc.)
Experience with identifying and driving Power & Performance optimizations
Familiarity with Python, Objective C, or Swift
Ability to deliver high quality work on tight schedules consistently
Experience driving cross-functional projects with diverse sets of stakeholders
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$5.67BKey Investors
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Tim Cook
CEO
Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering
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