Bluetooth Firmware Engineer, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems

Apple Inc.; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 142,000 - 263,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. is seeking a Bluetooth Firmware Engineer in San Diego to design, develop and validate firmware for Bluetooth controllers across iPhone, Mac, and more.

You will contribute to the firmware stack and bring-up for next-generation wireless silicon in a highly collaborative, fast-paced environment. Ideal candidates have 2+ years in embedded Bluetooth, strong C/C++ skills, and a solid hardware foundation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or related field, with 2+ years in embedded systems.
• Deep expertise in Bluetooth technologies, protocol stacks, and power/performance optimization.
• Strong proficiency in C and C++, writing clean, efficient code for resource-constrained environments.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop and test Bluetooth firmware for Apple's wireless silicon.
• Bring up firmware on new hardware and verify wireless functionality across devices.
• Optimize firmware for power, performance and reliability in mobile products.

Skills

Bluetooth expertise

C/C++ programming

Embedded hardware

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical/Computer Engineering or Computer Science

Job description

Bluetooth Firmware Engineer, Wireless Technologies & Ecosystems

San Diego, California, United States Software and Services

Join the Wireless Technologies and Ecosystems organization and be part of an outstanding team of engineers driving innovation and developing products used by millions worldwide. Our team seeks a highly motivated embedded software engineer to design and develop Bluetooth Firmware for Apple's next-generation products.

Description

At Apple, creative thinking and thoughtful insights quickly transform into extraordinary products. Our successes are the result of highly skilled teams working in an environment that nurtures creativity, partnership and growth to produce novel solutions to tough problems. As a firmware engineer in the Bluetooth Controller Team, you will be responsible for the design, development, testing of firmware, and bringup of innovative, fresh wireless silicon for various Apple products - the iPhone, Mac and more! New challenges arise every day that require the sharp problem-solving skills of passionate individuals dedicated to excellence. Are you ready to take on this challenge?

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field, with 2+ years of hands‑on industry experience in embedded systems or related disciplines
• Deep expertise in Bluetooth technologies, including protocol stack internals, wireless communication standards, and experience optimizing for power, performance, and reliability
• Strong proficiency in C and C++ programming, with the ability to write clean, efficient, and maintainable code for resource‑constrained environments
• Solid foundation in embedded hardware platforms

Preferred Qualifications

• You're able to communicate clearly and thrive in a collaborative, demanding environment
• You're passionate about solving engineering challenges
• You strive for perfection in all tasks and initiatives
• You can navigate ambiguity with clarity, flexibility, and effective decisions
• You focus on actions that drive the most significant impact

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 $142,300 and $263,300, 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 is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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