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Netflix

Software Engineer 4 - Android

$250K - $413K/yr

SDX spans client UI, experimentation, and playback across all four Netflix client platforms (iOS ... We're hiring Android Software Engineers (L4) across multiple teams within Streaming & Discovery ...

Oxagile, LLC

NY · On-site

$96K - $132K/yr

Senior React Native Engineer with OTT, Video and Big Screens experience Compare your skills with ... Implement and evolve the OTT experience, including live video streaming, VOD playback, media ...

Netflix

Software Engineer 4 - Android

OR · On-site +1

$250K - $413K/yr

SDX spans client UI, experimentation, and playback across all four Netflix client platforms (iOS ... We're hiring Android Software Engineers (L4) across multiple teams within Streaming & Discovery ...

Apple

Core Audio Software Engineer

Cupertino, CA · On-site

We are looking for a seasoned audio software engineer to drive the technical direction of spatial audio playback across every Apple platform. You will own the architecture of audio decoding and ...

Liquid Church

AVL Systems Engineer

Parsippany, NJ · On-site

$65K - $70K/yr

Playback and media systems, including ProPresenter, Resolume, and Playback Pro * Audio consoles and ... programming * LED wall systems and processors, including Novastar * Design and support of live ...

Netflix

Software Engineer 4 - Android

$250K - $413K/yr

SDX spans client UI, experimentation, and playback across all four Netflix client platforms (iOS ... We're hiring Android Software Engineers (L4) across multiple teams within Streaming & Discovery ...

Netflix

Software Engineer 4 - Android

OR · On-site +1

SDX spans client UI, experimentation, and playback across all four Netflix client platforms (iOS ... We're hiring Android Software Engineers (L4) across multiple teams within Streaming & Discovery ...

Netflix

Software Engineer 4 - Android

OR · On-site +1

SDX spans client UI, experimentation, and playback across all four Netflix client platforms (iOS ... We're hiring Android Software Engineers (L4) across multiple teams within Streaming & Discovery ...

Netflix

Software Engineer 4 - Android

SDX spans client UI, experimentation, and playback across all four Netflix client platforms (iOS ... We're hiring Android Software Engineers (L4) across multiple teams within Streaming & Discovery ...

Netflix

Software Engineer 4 - Android

$250K - $413K/yr

SDX spans client UI, experimentation, and playback across all four Netflix client platforms (iOS ... We're hiring Android Software Engineers (L4) across multiple teams within Streaming & Discovery ...

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As of Sep 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for playback engineer in the United States is $47.09, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $35.82 and $60.82 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does a playback engineer do?

A Playback Engineer is responsible for managing and operating the backing tracks, click tracks, and digital elements used in live performances. They ensure seamless audio playback using software like Ableton Live, often syncing tracks with lighting and video cues. Their role includes programming setlists, troubleshooting technical issues, and collaborating with musicians and crew to maintain consistent sound quality.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a playback engineer?

To thrive as a Playback Engineer, you need expertise in audio engineering, signal flow, and live sound reinforcement, often demonstrated by a degree or equivalent experience in audio production. Familiarity with playback systems such as Ableton Live, Pro Tools, and digital audio interfaces—as well as certifications from manufacturers or relevant training—are highly valuable. Strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and excellent communication skills help you excel in high-pressure environments. These competencies ensure smooth integration of playback tracks, seamless show execution, and effective collaboration with artists and technical teams.

What are the typical daily responsibilities of a playback engineer during a live event tour?

As a Playback Engineer on tour, you'll be responsible for programming, operating, and maintaining playback systems that supply pre-recorded tracks, click tracks, and timecode to the band and production team. Your typical day may include setting up and testing equipment, troubleshooting technical issues, coordinating with musical directors and other crew members, and ensuring all playback cues run accurately during performances. You may also collaborate with lighting and video teams to synchronize production elements and may need to adapt to last-minute show changes. The role requires flexibility and strong communication skills, as you'll often work in fast-paced, dynamic environments to deliver flawless live productions.

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Infographic showing various Playback Engineer job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Internship, 89% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 84% Physical, 5% Hybrid, and 11% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,940 per year, or $47.1 per hour.

Senior Media Applications Engineer, Audio & Media Technologies

San Diego, CA • On-site

Apple
Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing • 10K+ employees
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$142K - $263K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Retirement

Re-posted 18 days ago

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8.1

Company rating: 8.1 out of 10

Based on 685 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something - you’ll add something.
Media, Graphics & Compute Technologies (MGCT) provides the media and graphics foundation across all of Apple’s innovative products, including iPhone, Apple Vision Pro, Apple TV, Apple Watch, iPad, and Mac. The AVKit Engineering team within MGCT provides the media playback UI across Apple’s innovative products. The team is responsible for implementing media application frameworks which support playback and editing of audiovisual media, as well as local media playback, video-on-demand, and live streaming. The AVKit framework is used across Apple products such as Safari, TV, Photos, Music, FaceTime, iMovie, and 3rd parties, across all platforms. We are looking for a Senior Engineer with an excellent technical and programming background and great communication skills with working experience in the media domain to help us build innovative media playback experiences.
Description
The AVKit Engineering team is looking for a top-notch, skilled senior engineer who is motivated to help design and build media playback UI across Apple’s products. You will design and implement new features, as well as UI APIs for both Apple and third-party adoption. You will also collaborate closely with other engineering and design teams to implement system media UIs.
Preferred Qualifications
Expertise in triaging and resolving complex bugs.
Demonstrated problem-solving, critical thinking, and communication skills.
Excellent understanding of optimization and performance issues across OS software layers.
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of programming experience, preferably in Objective-C and Swift
Deep knowledge of Operating System design and concepts
Excellent collaboration skills, with the ability to crisply and clearly explain advanced concepts
Proficiency in developing with Cocoa or other application frameworks
BS or MS in CS/CE or equivalent practical experience
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 $142,300 and $263,300, 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.

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Computer and electronic product manufacturing

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Cupertino, CA, US

Year founded

1976

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