Software Development Engineer – Core Sensors Architecture

Summary

Posted: Nov 6, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200577598

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something. The Core Operating Systems (Core OS) team is responsible for the foundational software used in Apple’s most iconic and beloved products. We’re looking for a generalist software development engineer capable of both large scale and detail oriented thinking to help design, debug, analyze and develop Apple’s operating systems.

Description

As part of the Core IO Networking & Sensors Architecture team, you will be working on the platform code that drives our operating systems on iPhones/iPads/Apple Watch/Mac. There will be opportunities to work on new features, solve challenging problems, and work in a team environment spanning multiple organizations. If fostering relationships plays an essential role in your approach to software development and you consider yourself a systems engineer, then we want to talk to you. Your key responsibilities will include: Project Initiation: Gathering project requirements and designing the software architecture. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Communicating with cross-functional teams, fostering these relationships and working together on a design and schedule that meets the requirements. Planning: Presenting design to team and cross-functional partners and developing a schedule plan. Project Execution: Implementing and testing the project. Technical Problem Solving: Assisting in unfamiliar codebases and implementing software modifications to code owned by other teams.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Computer Science / Computer Engineering or equivalent experience / skills
• Experience developing and testing embedded software in a team environment
• Demonstrates in-depth knowledge of C and C++
• Knowledge and understanding of OS fundamentals

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong sense of ownership and responsibility
• Experience writing testable software
• Experience debugging software spanning multiple layers
• Experience in Swift
• Possesses excellent analytical, programming, and debugging abilities.
• Demonstrates the ability to manage unexpected circumstances under time constraints. Thrives in a collaborative environment and can clearly communicate technical details

Pay & Benefits

• 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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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’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.