Senior Software Engineer – Core Networking

Summary

Posted: Jan 29, 2025

Role Number:200573398

Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, outstanding ideas have a way of becoming great products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there’s no telling what you could accomplish Apple is looking for a talented and energetic software engineer for the Core Networking team to lead and participate in the architecture and development of next generation networking technologies. The team is responsible for designing and enhancing the operating system networking components across Apple’s range of products including all iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS based products. Specific areas of responsibility include the networking knowledge/control plane and networking interfaces. The ideal candidate should possess an excellent conceptual understanding and working knowledge of TCP/IP and related networking technologies. System level software design experience is also essential. The position will require the right candidate to determine the appropriate tradeoffs between several competing factors including performance, efficiency, scalability, and security.

Description

The candidate needs to be able to work in a fast paced environment, operate gracefully under stress, handle multiple assignments in parallel, and be self-driven to be effective in an environment with little overhead. The candidate also needs to show initiative, be able to take ownership of a problem area, and demonstrate an ability to understand the role of the group’s technology in the larger context of the product and network environment. The position has cross-functional aspects and the candidate will need to show excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS/MS/PhD in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent networking software development experience
• Experience architecting, designing, and implementing scalable and highly-performant system software
• Strong software development skills in one or more general purpose programming languages: Swift, C, Objective C, or C++

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous software development lead experience
• Knowledge of networking technologies including TCP/IP suite of protocols
• Unix networking including sockets API
• Network troubleshooting and debugging skills
• Experience developing commercial networking software and/or hardware products
• Enthusiasm and interest in keeping up with latest trends/research in networking, including applications of AI/ML
• Excellent leadership, communications, and interpersonal skills
• iOS and macOS development experience
• API development experience
• Wireless networking technologies and standards (Wi-Fi and cellular)
• Network debugging tools (e.g., packet sniffers, protocol analyzers)

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.