Game Services Framework Engineer

Company: Apple Inc.
Location: Seattle
Posted on: June 1, 2025

Job Description:

Seattle, Washington, United States Software and ServicesAdd to Favorites Game Services Framework EngineerDescriptionAs a Game Services Framework Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and improving the APIs and frameworks that power multiplayer experiences, achievements, leaderboards, and other social gaming features across Apple's platforms. You'll work closely with platform teams, game developers, and the Games UI team to build flawless gaming experiences. Your work will directly impact how developers integrate gaming services into their titles, focusing on stability, performance, and ease of use. You'll help shape the future of gaming connectivity on Apple platforms by building robust multiplayer technologies that scale from casual mobile games to high-end AAA experiences.Minimum Qualifications

• Experience designing, implementing, and maintaining public APIs.
• Strong programming experience with Swift, Objective-C, and Apple's developer ecosystem.
• Solid knowledge of client/server architecture, networking protocols, and synchronization problems.
• Understanding of operating system concepts including concurrency, inter-process communication, memory management, and sandboxing.
• Strong multi-functional collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with UI teams, platform engineers, product managers, and external developers.
• Passion for working with developers to build games that delight players.
• BS CS or equivalent.Preferred Qualifications
  • UIKit or SwiftUI experience is a plus.
  • Familiarity with multiplayer game technologies such as matchmaking and datagram messaging.
  • Experience with game development or previous work in the gaming industry.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 $166,600 and $250,600, 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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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