Core Bring Up Engineer, Core OS

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking an extraordinary software engineer for the Core Platform Bring-up team to work on state-of-the-art technology for next-generation Apple devices. You will debug and bring-up SoCs, develop firmware, drivers, and HALs, and drive hardware platform specifications.

You will collaborate with multi-functional teams, contribute to cross-disciplinary projects, and enjoy a high-autonomy environment that supports rapid product iteration and innovation.

Qualifications

• Passion for embedded development.
• Highly proficient in C/C++.
• Knowledge of hardware platforms & processor architectures.

Responsibilities

• Bring-up, verification, and debug of new SoCs and hardware platforms.
• Develop firmware, drivers, and hardware abstraction layers.
• Drive product features and functional/industry specifications.
• Involvement in specification for hardware platforms.

Skills

Embedded development

C/C++

Hardware architectures

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

JTAG

Job description

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

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 Apple devices. This group is committed to building fully integrated operating systems that combine hardware, software, and services into a single Apple experience. In this role, you will have the chance to work on many core technologies for Apple products and make a major impact in how they are developed and shipped. Your dedication to cross-disciplinary collaboration will help develop groundbreaking technologies across Apple’s product line. Our working environment fosters product innovation, rapid product iteration, and a liberating amount of autonomy.

Description

Work with multi-functional teams to support requirements for a wide variety of Apple products. Bring-up, verification, and debug of new SoCs and hardware platforms. Develop firmware, drivers, and hardware abstraction layers. Drive product features and functional/industry specifications. Involvement in specification for hardware platforms.

Minimum Qualifications

• A genuine passion for embedded development.
• Highly proficient in C/C++.
• Knowledge of hardware platforms & processor architectures.
• Bachelorʼs degree or equivalent experience in computer science or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proven creative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to deliver proven work on tight schedules.
• Experience with JTAG and other debuggers.
• Previous experience writing embedded device drivers.
• Previous experience with platform bring-up or porting of operating systems.
• Previous exposure to hardware and processor simulation.

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 $150,400 and $225,300, 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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