Embedded Networking Engineer

Apple Inc.; California; On-site; USD 142,000 - 263,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Employee stock programs

Relocation

Job summary

Apple Inc. in San Diego, CA, is seeking a talented software engineer for the Core Networking team to design and develop firmware enabling TCP/IP networking on a co-processor for power and thermal efficiency.

The role combines architecture, hands-on firmware work, and mentoring, with opportunities to lead cross-functional design across iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS products.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of real-time embedded firmware development.
• Proficiency in C or C++ on resource-constrained platforms.
• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent networking software development experience.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop systems firmware to enable TCP/IP networking on a co-processor.
• Architect and develop next generation networking technologies.
• Mentor junior team members and lead cross-functional design.
• Operate in a fast-paced environment with multiple parallel assignments.

Skills

C/C++

Embedded firmware

Real-time systems

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/EE or equivalent

Tools

Embedded Linux

QNX

VxWorks

lwIP

Job description

San Diego, California, United States Software and Services

Imagine what you could do here. At Apple, extraordinary ideas have a way of becoming phenomenal products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there’s no telling what you could accomplish. Apple is looking for a talented and energetic software engineer for the Core Networking team to lead and participate in the architecture and development of next generation networking technologies. The team is responsible for crafting and improving the operating system networking components across Apple’s range of products including all iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS based products! In this role, you will design and develop innovative systems firmware to enable TCP/IP Networking on a co-processor so that Networking connectivity is provided in a very power and thermal efficient manner. This capability forms the bedrock of Apple’s next generation of technologies and allows Apple to provide new user experiences and refresh its device roadmap. You will be a mentor to the junior members of the team and will have the opportunity to lead cross-functional design. The ideal candidate should possess an excellent conceptual understanding and working knowledge of TCP/IP and related networking technologies, excellent system level architectural thinking along with low-level firmware programming skills, excellent communication and leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment!

Description

The candidate needs to be able to work in a fast paced environment, operate gracefully under stress, balance multiple assignments in parallel, and be self driven to be effective in an environment with little overhead. The candidate also needs to show initiative, be able to take ownership of a problem area, and demonstrate an ability to understand the role of the group’s technology in the larger context of the product and network environment. The position has cross- functional aspects and the candidate will need to show excellent interpersonal and communication skills

Minimum Qualifications

• At least 5+ years of real time embedded software (firmware) development experience (design and implementation)
• Proficiency in C or C++ on resource-constrained embedded platforms
• BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent networking software development experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with Embedded Operating Systems or Micro Kernels (Embedded Linux, QNX, VxWorks, L4 etc.)
• Experience with Networking stack implementations (BSD, Linux/ Android, Solaris, lwIP, sevenstax, mbedTLS etc.)
• Familiarity with link-layer technologies (Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Cellular etc.)

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.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock 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. 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.

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.