Audio Embedded Software Engineer

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 147,400 - 272,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

A leading technology company in Cupertino, California seeks a Sr. Audio Embedded Software Engineer to develop firmware for innovative audio products. In this role, you will work alongside marketing and engineering teams to define product features, debug embedded C/C++ code, and support hardware production. Ideal candidates have over 5 years of experience, strong debugging skills, and the ability to read schematics. The position offers a competitive salary range from $147,400 to $272,100, along with benefits such as stock options and comprehensive health coverage.

Qualifications

• 5+ years experience developing embedded firmware.
• Ability to read serial bus traces and board schematics.
• Experience with RTOS embedded development and multithreaded programming.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with teams to define product features.
• Design, implement, debug, and test embedded software.
• Support hardware bring-up and collaborate on production.

Skills

Embedded firmware development

C/C++ coding abilities

Electrical system debugging

Experience with MCUs

Knowledge of Bluetooth and WiFi Technologies

Education

BS or M.S. in Computer Science or equivalent

Tools

Oscilloscope

Logic analyzer

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

Imagine what you could do here! At Apple, new insights have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Do you bring passion and dedication to your job? If so, we are looking for individuals like you. The Audio & Media Technologies group is at the center of audio for all of Apple’s innovative products, including AirPods, HomePod, Mac, iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, Apple TV and Apple Vision Pro. AMT's Core Audio team provides the audio foundation for various high profile features like Interactive Audio (Games / AR experience), Siri, FaceTime, media capture, playback and API’s for third party developers to enrich our platforms.

Description

As a Sr, Audio Embedded Software Engineer, you will have responsibilities spanning all aspects of product development: Collaborate with marketing and cross‑functional engineering teams to define product features and requirements; play a lead role in defining system architecture to implement new product and product features; design, implement, debug, and test embedded C/C++ code running on 16‑bit, 32‑bit and 64‑bit MCU's for Apple‑branded audio products; optimize code in order to fit within tight memory constraints; support electrical bring‑up and debug of prototype hardware; work with internal teams and external contract manufacturers to bring products to mass production; collaborate with software teams to define communication protocols; enable expansion of our product ecosystem features through creation of test tools.

Minimum Qualifications

• 5+ years experience developing embedded firmware
• Experience with MCUs, multi‑core, peripherals, clocking, features, and development environments
• Experience with board bring‑up and digital hardware
• Ability to design and integrate code into a shipping product
• Demonstrate solid C/C++ coding abilities
• Strong electrical system and software debugging skills
• Ability to read serial bus traces, board schematics, use an oscilloscope and logic analyzer
• Experience with RTOS embedded development and preemptive multithreaded programming
• BS or M.S. in Computer Science or equivalent industry experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of Bluetooth and WiFi Technologies
• Familiarity with real‑time audio (sample rates, buffering, I2S, PCM, PDM, drivers)
• Mac OSX and/or iOS programming experience
• Assembly experience

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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.

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Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.