Bring Up Engineer, Core OS

Apple; Ottawa; On-site; CAD 96,000 - 178,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Employee stock purchase plan

Discretionary bonuses/commissions

Relocation assistance

Medical and dental coverage

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

Apple's Core Platform Bring-up team in CoreOS seeks a software engineer to work on state-of-the-art iOS device bring-up, debugging, and next-generation hardware platforms. You will collaborate across multi-functional teams to drive specifications and ship high-integrity firmware and drivers.

Role involves deep hardware-software integration, end-to-end ownership, and opportunities to influence hardware design and platform features, with a focus on Apple devices and the broader Apple ecosystem.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years proven experience in systems-level or embedded software development and debugging.
• Proficiency in C or C++, and ability to read hardware documentation.
• Strong fundamentals in CS, OS, and computer architecture.
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and a commitment to quality.
• Willingness to take ownership and learn from others.
• Bachelor's Degree in CS/CE or equivalent experience.

Responsibilities

• Bring up new hardware platforms from pre-silicon to first boot on real silicon.
• Develop and debug low-level firmware that starts Apple products.
• Debug issues at deep levels of the stack on simulators and in the lab.
• Collaborate with silicon design, driver, security, and validation teams across the bring-up lifecycle.
• Influence hardware design by reviewing specifications before silicon is built.
• Drive platform features end-to-end from concept through delivery.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded software

OS fundamentals

Troubleshooting

Ownership & collaboration

Communication

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering

Tools

JTAG

ARM architecture

FPGA emulation

Python scripting

Job description

Summary

Are you a big-picture thinker who loves setting ambitious goals? Do you have a passion for understanding how each line of code affects all the others? In the Core Operating Systems group ensuring the OS is inseparable from each device’s identity as a whole. That’s because this group is committed to building fully integrated operating systems that combine hardware, software, and apps into a single Apple experience. Your dedication to cross-disciplinary collaboration will help develop groundbreaking technologies, such as iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. By crafting these distinct, holistic user experiences, you’ll continue to uphold and advance the excellence people expect from Apple devices.

The Core Platform Bring-up team within Apple's CoreOS organization is looking for an extraordinary software engineer to work on state-of-the art technology, debug, and bring-up of next generation iOS devices. We work on a core technology for Apple. In this role you will have the chance to make a major impact in the way that Apple develops and ships iOS based products. Our working environment foster product innovation, rapid product iteration, and a liberating amount of autonomy.

Description

Work with multi-functional teams to support product requirements for the iPhone/iPad/Apple Watch/AppleTV/Mac bring-up, verification, and debug of new hardware platforms. Develop firmware and drivers. Drive product features and functional/industry specifications. Involvement in specification for hardware platforms.

Responsibilities

• Bring up new hardware platforms, from pre-silicon simulation through first boot on real silicon
• Develop and debug the low-level firmware that starts every Apple product
• Debug hardware and software issues at the deepest levels of the stack, on simulators and in the lab
• Partner with silicon design, driver, security, and validation teams throughout the full bring-up lifecycle
• Influence hardware design by reviewing specifications before silicon is built
• Drive platform features from concept through delivery, taking end-to-end ownership
• Build the tools and automation that make the next bring-up faster than the last

Minimum Qualifications

• 3-5 years proven experience developing and debugging systems-level or embedded software
• Strong proficiency in C or C++, and comfort reading hardware documentation
• Solid grasp of computer science fundamentals, operating systems, and computer architecture
• Excellent troubleshooting skills and a passion for quality
• Ability to work with ambiguity and take ownership of a problem end to end
• Willingness to ask for help and learn from others
• Committed to encouraging an open and inclusive work environment
• Strong communication, collaboration, and project management skills
• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Demonstrated interest in embedded and low-level systems development
• Experience bringing up or porting an operating system on new hardware
• Experience writing embedded device drivers
• Proficiency with JTAG and other hardware debuggers
• Familiarity with ARM processor architecture
• Experience with hardware simulation or FPGA-based emulation
• Scripting experience in Python for test and automation

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 $96,400 and $177,700, 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 Inc.’s discretionary employee stock programs. Employees are eligible for discretionary restricted stock unit award recommendations, and can purchase Apple Inc. stock at a discount if voluntarily participating in Apple Inc.’s Employee Stock Purchase Plan. Participation in Apple Inc.’s discretionary stock programs is governed by Apple Inc.’s stock plans and agreements and are not part of local employment contracts or compensation.

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 and compensation programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. Apple provides reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities. Apple is a drug-free workplace.

At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.

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This posting is for existing vacancies and future opportunities at Apple.

Qualified candidates can expect a hiring rate up to the midpoint of the pay range. On an exceptional basis, candidates with significant experience and skills for the role may be paid up to the range maximum.

Role Number: 200679484-2494