Core OS Accessories Software Engineer

Summary

Posted: Nov 7, 2024

Weekly Hours: 40

Role Number:200577604

The Core OS Accessories Team is looking for a Software Engineer to focus on iOS/macOS/tvOS/watchOS software support of wired and wireless accessories! In this role, you will be working on developing both existing and future Apple products. We create drivers used on iOS/macOS/tvOS/watchOS devices, as well as develop protocols used to communicate with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party accessories (including Smart Connector accessories, Lightning accessories, Chargers, CarPlay, AirPods, HomeKit, AirPlay, and other 3rd party accessories). There is a wide breadth to this role; our team’s stack has components in both userland and kernel. We are responsible for many aspects of accessory behavior, such as connectivity, charging, security, and more. The team is very fast paced and the right engineer has vast opportunities to learn.

Description

Develop wired and wireless accessory features, protocols, and technologies. Document code and create workable specifications including quantifiable system performance characteristics. Ensure products are instrumented to evaluate field system equivalence. Tool development for feature simulation, verification and system-level troubleshooting. Work with external technology partners to design and launch accessories and technology platforms.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS in Computer Engineering/Computer Science/Electrical Engineering
• Programming Languages: C/C++ (Objective-C a plus)
• Operating System Experience: iOS, macOS, NetBSD, Linux
• Strong software debugging skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Solid understanding of protocols
• Device driver programming
• Device Drivers: any of UART / SPI / SPMI / I2C / USB is a plus
• Ability to use an oscilloscope and logic analyzer.

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 $121,900 and $214,500, 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.