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Manager, Today At Apple Programming

Cupertino, CA

$195K - $293K/yr

As the WW Today at Apple Program Manager, you will set the global vision and strategy for this programming franchise, shaping a year-round content library and annual programming plan that resonates ...

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Senior Robotics Algorithm Engineer

Cupertino, CA

$150K - $277K/yr

... Apple developer tools Minimum Qualifications MS/PhD in Computer Science, Math, Robotics or related field Strong software engineering background Ability to break down large features and implement ...

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Manager, Today At Apple Programming

Cupertino, CA · On-site

As the WW Today at Apple Program Manager, you will set the global vision and strategy for this programming franchise, shaping a year-round content library and annual programming plan that resonates ...

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Perception Algorithm Engineer

Cupertino, CA

$150K - $277K/yr

Familiarity with Swift and Apple developer tools. Minimum Qualifications PhD in Computer Science, Robotics or MS with 3+ years industry experience. Proficiency in systems programming (C++/Swift) and ...

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As of Aug 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for apple developer in California is $52.15, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $39.86 and $63.80 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

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To thrive as an Apple Developer, you need expertise in Swift, Objective-C, and iOS frameworks, along with a strong grasp of mobile UI/UX principles and a degree in computer science or related field. Proficiency with Xcode, the iOS SDK, and familiarity with tools like Git and Apple Human Interface Guidelines are typically required. Strong problem-solving skills, adaptability, and effective communication help you collaborate with designers and cross-functional teams. These skills are critical for developing high-quality, user-friendly applications that meet Apple's rigorous standards and user expectations.

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Apple Developers typically spend their days designing, coding, and testing applications for iOS devices using Swift and Xcode. They often collaborate closely with product managers, designers, and QA engineers to create seamless user experiences and resolve technical challenges. Additionally, they may be responsible for integrating APIs, optimizing app performance, and publishing updates to the App Store. Regular code reviews, debugging, and participating in team meetings are also common parts of the workflow. This collaborative and dynamic environment ensures that apps meet high-quality standards and user needs.

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An Apple Developer is responsible for designing, building, and maintaining applications for Apple's ecosystem, including iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. They use programming languages like Swift and Objective-C, along with Apple's development tools such as Xcode. Their role includes coding, debugging, testing, and optimizing apps for performance and user experience. Apple Developers also follow Apple's guidelines and best practices to ensure compatibility and approval on the App Store.

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Infographic showing various Apple Developer job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 70% Full Time, 14% Part Time, 2% Temporary, and 14% Contract. Highlights an 81% Physical, 4% Hybrid, and 15% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $108,466 per year, or $52.1 per hour.

Developer Intelligence Partnerships Engineer

Apple

Cupertino, CA

$150K - $277K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 7 days ago

Apple rating

8.0

Company rating: 8.0 out of 10

Based on 677 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

7th of 30 rated technology retailers

Job description

The Developer Experience team provide the tools to develop software for all of Apple's innovative platforms, namely Xcode and the surrounding ecosystem of tools and frameworks.
Intelligence is changing the way we build software: from the smallest project to the biggest product. Apple creates tools infused with intelligence to empower developers to be creative and to build apps that reach the widest audiences. This team is responsible for understanding advances in agentic coding & the underlying models, and how to bring the best of those models to our tools while also bringing the best of Apple’s platforms to those models. The team is the interface between partners teams within and outside of Apple, and the rest of the Developer Intelligence components.
Description
We’re looking for an engineer who loves to sit at the cross section of agentic coding, internal & external relationships, and Apple’s platforms. Working on this team covers everything from integrating new models, building relationships with teams, evaluating new techniques to get the most out of each prompt, to researching and implementing and augmenting new protocols and standards.
This position requires a creative, curious, and self-motivated individual. You should love to learn, love to work with a variety of teams and disciplines to bring the best experience for our developers, and enjoy ambiguous problems to explore new paths, respond quickly to partners, and work with a team of engineers delivering key frameworks for Developer Intelligence.
Preferred Qualifications
Familiarity with agentic coding protocols and standards (e.g., MCP, ACP) or related agent/tool frameworks
Familiarity with Swift & Apple’s developer ecosystem
If possible, provide a portfolio of your work. We love seeing what you've created, software or otherwise.
Minimum Qualifications
Constant curiosity to learn new technologies and discover new techniques
Clear, open, and collaborative communication skills; capable of working in a multi-disciplinary team and with relationships within Apple and with external partners
Familiarity with building LLM backed features, including but not limited to prompting, tool use, streaming, evaluation, and the practical limits of current models
Strong software engineering fundamentals: can demonstrate and articulate how to write clean, maintainable code
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in computer science or a related field
Pay & Benefits
At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. This provides the opportunity to progress as you grow and develop within a role. The base pay range for this role is between $150,400 and $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.
Apple employees also have the opportunity to become an Apple shareholder through participation in Apple's discretionary employee stock programs. Apple employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit awards, and can purchase Apple stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple's Employee Stock Purchase Plan. You'll also receive benefits including: Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, a range of discounted products and free services, and for formal education related to advancing your career at Apple, reimbursement for certain educational expenses - including tuition. Additionally, this role might be eligible for discretionary bonuses or commission payments as well as relocation. Learn more about Apple Benefits
Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

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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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