Software Engineer, Automations and Shortcuts, Proactive

Play a part in the next revolution in human-computer interaction. Join the team behind Shortcuts, Siri, and Proactive Intelligence technology that helps millions of people get more done on their devices, privately and securely. As an iOS and macOS engineer on this team, you'll help shape Automations and the connected home experience, turning smart devices into something truly intelligent. You'll ship code that runs on the devices you use every day, as part of a collaborative team building a first-party app across all of Apple's platforms.

Description

You'll focus on Automations the system that lets people connect their apps, devices, and home accessories into seamless, intelligent routines. Your work will span deep OS integration, collaboration with first-party apps and services, and the leading edge of on-device intelligence and Proactive's technologies. You'll break down complex technical challenges, build relationships across teams, and craft system features that feel effortless to use.

You'll bring a builder's mindset to both new and existing products anticipating issues before they surface, guiding early stage development of new capabilities, and writing code that's built to last. Whether you're shipping a new feature, fixing a bug, or refining the architecture underneath it all, you'll bring the same attention to detail that turns good software into something people love.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent practical experience

Experience building software applications in Objective-C or Swift

Skilled communicator, both verbally and in writing

Experience building and maintaining complex, performant systems that integrate deeply with the OS and hardware

Preferred Qualifications

Passion for the Home and HomeKit ecosystem and the future of intelligent automation

Focus on software architecture that is robust, performant, and maintainable

Comfort working in a cross-functional environment, solving problems that span multiple systems

Ability to take ownership guiding existing products, anticipating issues, and driving early-stage development of new capabilities

Familiarity with tools such as Xcode, lldb, Instruments, and Claude Code, paired with an eye for detail and quality