Apple · 15 hours ago
Technical Artist Engineer
Cupertino, CA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$147K/yr - $272K/yrApple is a company that creates innovative products and is seeking a Technical Artist Engineer to help enhance their visual systems. The role involves developing generative visual systems, optimizing shaders, and collaborating closely with Designers and Developers to integrate visual systems into real-time applications.
AppsArtificial Intelligence (AI)BroadcastingDigital EntertainmentFoundational AIMedia and EntertainmentMobile DevicesOperating SystemsTVWearables
Responsibilities
Develop generative visual systems and creative code solutions using tools such as Metal, GLSL, Processing, p5.js, and Three.js
Write, optimize, and maintain shaders (e.g., Metal, GLSL)
Prototype interactive graphics driven by parameters and data inputs
Research and propose new graphical techniques, adaptive rendering styles, and data-driven effects
Collaborate closely with Designers, Developers, and technically-oriented Artists to integrate visual systems into real-time applications
Qualification
Required
Strong understanding of shader programming (shader performance optimization and platform constraints) and real-time rendering pipelines (e.g., Metal, HLSL, GLSL, shader graphs)
Experience with Metal Framework and writing Metal Shaders for visual effects, custom filters, and real-time 3D graphics
Proficient in generative and creative coding: Metal, Processing, p5.js, Three.js, WebGL/GLSL— able to turn data into compelling visuals
Passionate and curious about pushing graphical boundaries and experimenting with new visual languages and AI generative tools
Knowledge of GPU-driven visuals, custom rendering pipelines, or novel graphical techniques
Excellent eye for visual design, motion, and spatial aesthetics
Preferred
3D and Animation experience a plus (Houdini, C4D, Blender, Redshift, After Effects, Nuke, etc.)
Experience with Swift and SwiftUI
A sharp eye for UI and interaction design with a strong sense of motion, detail, and timing
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.
Founded in 1976
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
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$5.67BKey Investors
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CEO
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SVP, Software Engineering
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