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Product Software Engineer roles at Apple sit at the intersection of hardware and software, where you're building the systems that make devices like iPhone, Mac, and Apple Watch actually work. Apple has a strong track record of sponsoring work visas for this function across multiple categories, making it a realistic target for international engineers.
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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.
This is a great opportunity to be an early member of a new engineering team on a highly visible, highly impactful project! You will be deeply involved in developing new and innovative on-device ML and AI tools in the creative space. You will work with human interface designers, quality assurance teams, and cross-functional engineering teams to go beyond code and influence everything from user interfaces to project planning.
Description
The Creator Studio team is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with hands-on experience working on AI and creative tools. As a Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining new features across our suite of Creator Studio applications.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of proven experience developing and shipping reliable, scalable, maintainable, and testable code.
- Knowledge of the iOS ecosystem, including system frameworks, APIs, daemons and resource management capabilities.
- Experience with Apple’s languages such as Swift and Objective-C, and machine learning development tools such as CoreML.
- Excellent understanding of an ML-based product lifecycle.
- Ability to write performant, scalable, maintainable, and correct multi-threaded code.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience building APIs or frameworks.
- Experience building AI tools or working on AI-adjacent projects.
- Experience with the latest Swift technologies.
- Experience working with media storage and playback.
- Experience as a technical lead.
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 $171,600 and $302,200, 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.
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.

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.
This is a great opportunity to be an early member of a new engineering team on a highly visible, highly impactful project! You will be deeply involved in developing new and innovative on-device ML and AI tools in the creative space. You will work with human interface designers, quality assurance teams, and cross-functional engineering teams to go beyond code and influence everything from user interfaces to project planning.
Description
The Creator Studio team is seeking a highly skilled Software Engineer with hands-on experience working on AI and creative tools. As a Software Engineer, you will play a key role in designing, implementing, and maintaining new features across our suite of Creator Studio applications.
Minimum Qualifications
- 3+ years of proven experience developing and shipping reliable, scalable, maintainable, and testable code.
- Knowledge of the iOS ecosystem, including system frameworks, APIs, daemons and resource management capabilities.
- Experience with Apple’s languages such as Swift and Objective-C, and machine learning development tools such as CoreML.
- Excellent understanding of an ML-based product lifecycle.
- Ability to write performant, scalable, maintainable, and correct multi-threaded code.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills with the ability to articulate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience building APIs or frameworks.
- Experience building AI tools or working on AI-adjacent projects.
- Experience with the latest Swift technologies.
- Experience working with media storage and playback.
- Experience as a technical lead.
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 $171,600 and $302,200, 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.
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.
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Align your portfolio to Apple's hardware-software stack
Apple's Product Software Engineers work close to the metal, often owning firmware, OS integration, or device-specific frameworks. Build or document projects involving embedded systems, real-time performance, or platform-level APIs before you apply.
Target roles by Apple product line
Apple's software engineering org is structured around product families. Searching by iPhone, Mac, or wearables in job listings surfaces roles with different visa sponsorship histories, letting you focus where your background fits strongest.
Use Migrate Mate to filter Apple's open roles by visa type
Not every Apple posting explicitly states sponsorship eligibility. Migrate Mate lets you filter Product Software Engineer openings at Apple by the visa categories they sponsor, so you're only spending time on roles that match your status.
Understand Apple's LCA filing timing before your offer stage
Apple files a Labor Condition Application with DOL before submitting any H-1B petition. This step certifies your prevailing wage and worksite. Knowing it exists helps you ask the right questions about your start date without blindsiding the recruiter.
Clarify OPT STEM extension eligibility early in your job search
Apple is E-Verify enrolled, which is required for F-1 students to use the 24-month STEM OPT extension. Confirm your degree field meets DHS STEM designation criteria before your OPT start date so there's no gap when negotiating a start date with Apple.
Prepare for Apple's engineering interviews before raising visa topics
Apple's Product Software Engineer process typically involves multiple technical rounds covering systems design, algorithms, and platform-specific depth. Nail those rounds first. Visa conversations happen at the offer stage, not during technical screening.
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Find Product Software Engineer at Apple JobsFrequently Asked Questions
Does Apple sponsor H-1B visas for Product Software Engineers?
Yes, Apple sponsors H-1B visas for Product Software Engineers. The company participates in the annual H-1B lottery each April for cap-subject candidates and also hires on cap-exempt bases in some cases. If you're already in H-1B status with another employer, Apple can file an H-1B transfer, letting you start work as soon as USCIS receives the petition rather than waiting for approval.
How do I apply for Product Software Engineer jobs at Apple?
Apply directly through Apple's careers site, where postings are organized by product area and engineering discipline. Tailor your resume to the specific hardware-software focus of each role. For international candidates, Migrate Mate surfaces Apple's Product Software Engineer openings filtered by visa type, so you can prioritize roles that match your sponsorship situation before investing time in the application.
Which visa types does Apple commonly sponsor for Product Software Engineer roles?
Apple sponsors H-1B, H-1B1 for Chilean and Singaporean nationals, E-3 for Australian citizens, and TN for Canadian and Mexican engineers qualifying under NAFTA/USMCA categories. For F-1 students, Apple's E-Verify enrollment supports both OPT and the 24-month STEM OPT extension. For permanent residence, Apple files employment-based Green Card petitions under EB-2 and EB-3 classifications through the PERM labor certification process.
What qualifications does Apple expect for Product Software Engineer roles?
Apple's Product Software Engineer postings typically expect a bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a closely related field. Depth in one or more areas matters more than breadth: low-level programming, OS internals, device driver development, or real-time systems are common requirements. Candidates with experience shipping software that runs on physical hardware, not just cloud services, tend to be competitive for these roles.
How do I understand the visa filing timeline after receiving an Apple offer?
Timeline depends on which visa category applies to your situation. For H-1B cap-subject cases, Apple must file during the April registration window with an October 1 start date. E-3 and TN petitions move faster, often processed at a U.S. consulate or port of entry within weeks. After you accept an offer, Apple's immigration team coordinates with outside counsel, but understanding USCIS processing stages in advance helps you plan your start date realistically.
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