Software Development Engineer, Siri Runtime Systems and Interaction

Cupertino Seattle Until 9/22/2026 0+ years exp First posted July 24, 2026 Last posted July 24, 2026
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. The Siri Software Group is looking for a highly motivated Systems Software Engineer to help build delightful Siri experiences supercharged with Apple Intelligence. You will be working with the team that has created the best-in-class intelligent voice assistant that helps millions of people get things done. You enjoy problem solving and are passionate about building high-quality software that enables a wowing customer experience.

Description

In this role, you will be at the forefront of designing, building and integrating the next generation of Siri that is responsive, deterministic and low-latency. You will focus on new features, system integration to optimize performance for low-latency interaction as well as exceptional battery life, and help develop intelligent experiences into people’s daily lives. This is a highly cross functional role requires collaborating with with engineers across software, hardware and silicon to create these experiences that leverage the latest advancements in Large Language Models (LLMs), on-device execution and distributed execution.

Minimum Qualifications

Strong programming skills in either of C++, Swift or ObjectiveC.
Strong problem solving skills and comfortable dealing with ambiguity
Excellent communication and presentation skills.
Bachelors in Computer Science/related disciplines.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Swift/C++/ObjectiveC for building and designing production quality software.
Experience with developing and optimizing algorithms that run efficiently on resource constrained platforms
Experience with API design or framework development
Experience with systems and kernel programming
Exposure to tools and workflows related to debugging, memory profiling, performance optimization
Masters or PhD degree

About this role

Summary

Designs and integrates low-latency, efficient Siri features using advanced systems programming.

Job title

Software Development Engineer, Siri Runtime Systems and Interaction

Experience level

none

Minimum experience

0+ years exp

Industry

technology

Location requirements

On-site in Cupertino or Seattle, remote optional

Salary

Not specified

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

C++SwiftObjectiveCproblem solvingcommunication

Preferred skills

SwiftC++ObjectiveCalgorithmssystems programmingkernel programmingdebuggingperformance optimization

Specializations

systems programminglow-latencyapi designkernel programmingperformance optimization
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Cupertino, CA, USA

On-site City

Seattle, WA, USA

On-site City