Software Engineer, IDE Tools

Ottawa, Ontario, Canada Software and Services

Swift is a modern, general-purpose programming language that’s approachable for newcomers and powerful for experts. It’s used to develop everything from apps and system software to cloud services and embedded firmware, and runs on a variety of platforms including macOS, Linux, and Windows.

At Apple, the Build Systems and Package Ecosystem organization is responsible for building world‑class development tools in support of Apple’s platforms. This includes contributing to open source Swift programming language, Xcode IDE, Swift Package Manager, VS Code Swift extension, and various applications for macOS. For this role, we are looking for a skilled software engineer who can contribute to the Swift package ecosystem.

Your work will directly impact developers worldwide, enabling them to build applications with strong security, high performance, and great reliability.

In this role your primary responsibility will be to develop technical solutions for Swift integration with IDEs, such as Xcode and VScode, with a focus on seamless developer workflows. You will join a small team of thoughtful, versatile engineers who are shaping the future of software development on Apple platforms with Swift. You will contribute across the entire software development lifecycle including design, prototyping, implementation, testing and documentation.

This posting is for an existing opportunity  postings in Ontario, qualified candidates can expect a hiring rate up to the midpoint of the pay range. On an exceptional basis, candidates with significant experience and skills for the role may be paid up to the range maximum.

• Design, develop and deliver features for Swift tooling in Xcode, and related tools
• Design, develop and deliver features for our open source VS Code extension and related tools
• Optimize performance, usability, and reliability of developer workflows
• Collaborate closely with global engineering teams, project managers, and quality engineers
• Utilize tools for automated testing, continuous integration and continuous delivery

• Experience with tools development or with the development of user facing applications with a focus on user experience and productive workflows
• Excellent software engineering, testing, and debugging ability
  
  Strong problem solving, communication and organizational skills

• Experience with IDEs (Xcode, VSCode) or developer tool chains
• Strong programming experience, preferably in Swift and/or Typescript
• Familiarity with Apple development platforms and workflows
• Familiarity with working with open source
• B.S. in Computer Science or equivalent experience

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 $94,500 and $174,200, 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 Inc.’s discretionary employee stock programs. Employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit award recommendations, and can purchase Apple Inc. stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple Inc.’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Participation in Apple Inc.’s discretionary stock programs is governed by Apple Inc.’s

stock plans and agreements and are not part of local employment contracts or compensation.

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 and compensation 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. Apple provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Apple is a drug‑free workplace.