USB-C Firmware Engineer

Summary

Posted: Jan 27, 2025

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200588448

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 USB-C team, within Core OS, is responsible for the firmware and software needed to bring USB-C to life in many of our products. We are looking for talented individuals who have a genuine interest in writing firmware and software.

Description

You will be responsible for developing new features, debugging issues found by customer and Quality Assurance, code reviews, bringing up new hardware, and ensuring smooth interoperability. You will work closely with multiple cross functional teams and vendors. Responsibilities will span multiple implementations. Key Responsibilities: You will be responsible for developing new USB-C features Triage, debug, and resolve issues in existing and upcoming solutions Work with cross functional teams and vendors

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience with writing and debugging complex firmware or drivers
• Knowledge of C
• BS in Computer Science/Computer Engineering or equivalent experience/skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven creative and critical thinking skills
• Proven debugging skills
• Highly professional, with the ability to deliver solid work on tight schedules
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills
• Excellent collaborative skills
• Self driven in not only learning, but also in managing workload
• USB Power Delivery experience
• Experience with RTKit
• Familiarity with macOS/iOS toolchain
• Development experience in macOS
• Experience with logic analyzers and oscilloscopes
• Knowledge of using a software/firmware debugger (e.g. LLDB/Xcode, gdb, Kiel µVision, Visual Studio, etc)

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.