Accessibility Software Engineer

At Apple, the Speech and Vision Accessibility team is dedicated to building tools and technologies that empower people who are blind or have low vision. Whether through screen readers or magnification features, our mission is simple: to make the world easier to navigate and more approachable with accessible Apple technology.

At Apple, we believe technology is most powerful when it empowers everyone. We’re looking for a Software Engineer who is passionate about creating accessible experiences that make a difference in the lives of all users, regardless of ability. In this role, you’ll work on speech synthesis and the speech-driven features it powers, including Speak Screen and VoiceOver. If you’re eager to learn, innovate, and make meaningful contributions, you’ll thrive on our team.

Minimum Qualifications:
* Bachelor of Science in Computer Science
* Experience with at least one of the following languages and related development tools: ObjectiveC, Swift, C++, or C
* Ability to create, understand and maintain Object-Oriented software designs

Preferred Qualifications:
* Ability to learn quickly and grapple with complex, critical code
* 3+ years of relevant work experience
* 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
* Experience with Apple Accessibility APIs and/or Accessibility technologies
* Familiarity with audio-related software development
* Experience in developing safe and efficient multithreaded software systems
* Excitement to build software that makes a tangible difference in people's lives