Kernel Engineering Manager

Summary

Posted: Nov 14, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200578998

The CoreOS software team is looking for an exceptionally dedicated software engineering manager to lead kernel development for Apple products. This team is responsible for the development of new kernel features on all products, as well as evolving our software for new Apple Silicon platforms to contribute to the success of the iPhone, iPad, and Mac product lines among others. CoreOS works with many teams across the company to provide a stable, fast, and high-quality foundation on which iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS, and visionOS frameworks and applications can be developed.

Description

Leadership and management of a team of dedicated kernel engineers in a fast-paced and demanding development environment. Ownership of the kernel and other low-level software components. Creating and promoting a development environment that encourages innovation and sets high standards for quality and productivity. Identifying and mitigating risks in development activities. Strengthening the team by hiring and retaining diverse, top engineering talent.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience leading a systems software development team.
• Proven track record of successful and timely product delivery.
• History of setting bold yet attainable goals, and motivating teams to achieve them.
• Evidence of driving technical innovation.

Preferred Qualifications

• In-depth knowledge of and/or experience with kernel/OS internals.
• Experience with macOS device drivers and IOKit.
• Experience working with Linux/UNIX kernel.

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 $219,300 and $378,700, 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.