Developer Tools, Performance Tools Engineer

Apple's Developer Tools group is seeking a Performance Tools Engineer to join their Profiling Tools team. This role focuses on enhancing and innovating tools that are crucial for the next generation of Apple's software and hardware platforms. The position involves working on important tools like Instruments, xctrace, and on-device components that perform low-level data capture.

The role offers a unique opportunity to improve the productivity of developers worldwide who create applications for iOS, macOS, tvOS, and watchOS. As a Performance Tools Engineer, you'll be responsible for developing and improving tools that analyze app behavior, enhance responsiveness, and optimize power/memory consumption across Apple's platforms.

The ideal candidate should have a strong background in macOS or iOS development, with expertise in Swift/Objective-C and proficiency in C. You'll need excellent problem-solving skills and experience with debugging tools. The position requires collaboration with various engineering teams, clear communication, and the ability to drive projects independently.

Working at Apple comes with comprehensive benefits including medical and dental coverage, retirement benefits, stock programs, and educational expense reimbursement. The base pay range is competitive, ranging from $121,900 to $183,600, with additional opportunities for bonuses and equity participation.

This is an excellent opportunity for someone passionate about developer tools and optimization, offering the chance to make a significant impact on Apple's developer ecosystem while working with cutting-edge technologies and talented teams.