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Software Engineer, Accessibility

Cupertino, CA · On-site

The Pro Accessibility Software Engineering team focuses on professional and educational use cases of Apple products to ensure that they are not only accessible but provide an exceptional experience ...

Apple

Software Engineer, Accessibility

Cupertino, CA

$129K - $225K/yr

The Pro Accessibility Software Engineering team focuses on professional and educational use cases of Apple products to ensure that they are not only accessible but provide an exceptional experience ...

Apple

Software Engineer, Accessibility

Cupertino, CA · On-site

Description We're looking for a Software Engineer who is passionate about creating accessible experiences that give every user full control of their device, regardless of physical ability. In this ...

Apple

Software Engineer, Accessibility

Cupertino, CA

$150K - $277K/yr

Description We're looking for a Software Engineer who is passionate about creating accessible experiences that give every user full control of their device, regardless of physical ability. In this ...

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Software Engineer, Accessibility

Apple, Inc.

Cupertino, CA • On-site

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Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 677 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

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Job description

The Pro Accessibility Software Engineering team focuses on professional and educational use cases of Apple products to ensure that they are not only accessible but provide an exceptional experience for users with disabilities.
Description
At Apple we believe that technology is most powerful when it empowers everyone. Our team is seeking a Software Engineer to improve and enhance the accessibility of Apple products for all users, regardless of their abilities. The ideal candidate will be a motivated software engineer, eager to learn and contribute meaningfully to the lives of our users.
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
3+ years of relevant work experience
Experience with at least one of the following languages and related development tools: Objective C, Swift, C++, or C
Ability to create and understand maintain and perform Object-Oriented software designs
Preferred Qualifications
Ability to learn quickly and grapple with complex, critical code
Upbeat, adaptable, and results-oriented attitude
Aptitude for independently learning new technologies
Passion for quality and attention to detail
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Excitement to build software that makes a tangible difference in people's lives!
Experience with Apple Accessibility APIs and/or Accessibility technologies
Knowledge of Apple framework technologies

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Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there's no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, intelligent people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same real passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our dedication to leave the world better than we found it.

Industry

Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976

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