iOS Software Engineer, Image Generation **Cupertino, California, United States** **Software and Services** **Summary** Posted: **Oct 09, 2025** Role Number: **200625215-0836** With Image Playground, Genmoji, and Image Wand, users can create fun images in seconds. Powered by Apple Intelligence, image generation is easy to use and built right into apps including Messages. The core of Image Playground powers experiences across the system, such as genmoji and image wand. It’s also available in a dedicated app, perfect for experimenting with different concepts and styles. All images are created with Apple’s core values in mind with respect to privacy and security, giving users the freedom to experiment with as many images as they want. If you're passionate about creating amazing UI experiences powered by ML, come join us in building the future of image generation experiences. **Description** Our team develops the next generation of frameworks and applications for surfacing image generation in the UI across the system. We’re a highly cross-functional group working with everything from the backend through to the user interface. In this role you will refine existing functionalities on iOS and macOS that power today’s Apple products as well as inventing new features. **Minimum Qualifications** + Specialist in Apple’s API in Swift (SwiftUI or UIKit or AppKit) + Fluent with Apple’s development tools (Xcode) + Good knowledge of Data Structures and Algorithm + Background in UI prototyping and implementation + Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience or higher in Computer Science, or a closely related field **Preferred Qualifications** + Self-motivated with passion for quality + MacOS development experience + Experience designing an iOS application or framework of significant scope + Experience with integrating ML with user facing experiences + Familiarity with software optimization and performance measurement tools + Ability to effectively contribute to several concurrent projects + Ability to thrive in a highly collaborative environment + Excellent verbal and written communication skills **Pay & Benefits** At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. 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