Networking and Realtime Streaming Engineer

Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Do you bring passion and dedication to your job? If so, we are looking for individuals like you. The Real-Time Networking team is looking for a proactive and hardworking Senior Engineer. Our team develops the core technologies for exciting real-time media applications, such as Airplay, FaceTime, SharePlay, etc on all different Apple Platforms.

Description As a Networking and Realtime streaming engineer, you will be responsible for designing and implementing new features around Apple’s real-time networking stack, and improving the existing core functionality that drives market-leading applications like AirPlay, FaceTime, SharePlay. We are looking for an individual with a proven track record in network programming.

Minimum Qualifications
• In-depth development experience with at least one of the following: C, Objective-C, or C++
• Extensive Experience building and optimizing real-time video/audio streaming systems (e.g., RTP/RTCP, WebRTC,SRT, QUIC/HTTP3-based media transport)
• Strong grasp of network protocols and behavior under variable network conditions (packet loss, jitter, latency,FEC,Duplication,RTX).
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science/Engineering, or equivalent

Preferred Qualifications
• Strong understanding of multithreaded concepts and design patterns.
• Deep understanding of congestion control algorithms (e.g., BBR, SCReAM) and rate adaptation strategies for real-time communications.
• Have hands-on experience developing AI/ML solutions, including deep learning, reinforcement learning, LLMs, using frameworks like TensorFlow, PyTorch, Keras and Scikit-learn.
• Have worked on/used various audio/video codecs like H.264/HEVC/AAC/Opus.
• Experience with mobile & wireless networks (WiFi/BT/Cellular/LTE/3G/4G/5G) or satellite networks.
• Hands on with tools like Wireshark, netem, or other network emulation/testing frameworks.
• Background in academic research or published papers on congestion control or media transport

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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant .