Why Apple?
We operate in a world dominated by mobile and device-driven experiences. Our understanding of the physical world is crucial for navigation, learning about our environment, and unlocking innovative features in custom applications. To meet these needs, Apple is committed to providing robust and creative solutions. We are seeking talented individuals who share this commitment and thrive in an environment that fosters creativity, collaboration, and out-of-the-box thinking.
Description
You will collaborate with various software engineering teams, international QA centers, translators, and project managers to ensure Apple delivers exceptional software products to global markets. Your role involves ensuring seamless functionality of Apple software worldwide. Key responsibilities include:
1. Enhancing and localising user interface and underlying functionality of Apple's applications and platforms.
2. Analyzing international functionality issues and modifying application and OS source code.
3. Working cross-functionally with other engineering teams, QA, and project management teams within Apple.
4. Developing and maintaining software tools that facilitate localisation and internationalisation processes.
Minimum Requirements
- Proficiency in Objective-C or Swift programming languages.- Experience building software for Apple's platforms (watchOS, tvOS, iOS, macOS).- Familiarity with Apple's development APIs (UIKit, Cocoa, Foundation).- Knowledge of software testing and version control.
Preferred Qualifications
- Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or equivalent experience.- Understanding of UNIX commands.- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.- Experience working with diverse languages and cultures.- Background in software localisation/internationalisation.- Familiarity with scripting languages (e.g., Python, Ruby, Perl).- Skills in reading, writing, and speaking languages beyond English.- Knowledge of Computational/Corpus Linguistics.- Experience addressing international text issues such as right-to-left layout and Unicode.- Passion for Apple and its global user base.