Embedded Software Development Engineer

Apple; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 143,000 - 265,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company is seeking a passionate Embedded Software Development Engineer to innovate audio features for their cutting-edge products. This role involves designing and developing audio drivers while maintaining existing systems, contributing to revolutionary audio experiences that will benefit millions of users. Ideal candidates will have strong programming skills, a foundational knowledge in audio technology, and a commitment to quality and timely project delivery.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Educational reimbursement for career advancement

Employee stock purchase plan

Discounted products and free services

Qualifications

• Experience in software development and device bringup.
• Knowledge of kernel level programming and firmware development is essential.
• Experience with I2S/TDM/SPI/SoundWire interfaces is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop audio drivers and tools.
• Participate in audio hardware design reviews.
• Create and maintain engineering documents.

Skills

Programming in C++

Software development

Debugging

Testing

Device drivers

Audio domain knowledge

Understanding of computer architecture

Education

BS in Computer Science or Engineering

Job description

Embedded Software Development Engineer

**Cupertino, California, United States**

**Software and Services**

**Summary**

Posted: **Jan 24, 2025**

Role Number: **200570162**

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other’s ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It’s the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you’ll do more than join something — you’ll add something.

AMT’s Audio team provides the audio foundation for various high profile features like Game Audio, Siri, FaceTime, media capture, playback and API’s for third party developers to enrich our platforms. The team is looking for talented engineers who are passionate about building audio features and products for millions of customers and care about overall user experience. You will revolutionize the audio experience for game and future audio technologies.

**Description**

We are looking for an audio enthusiast senior engineer with strong programming skills to work on upcoming Apple products. In this role, you will be responsible for design and development of audio drivers for new Apple products and maintaining existing drivers. If you are curious for new Apple products and dedicated for quality and timely delivery, this is a place for you. You will enjoy team collaboration and be able to push yourself to solve challenging problems. This role provides a perfect and balanced opportunity if you are interested in working close to hardware and love to write software.

RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Design, develop and debug audio drivers and tools

- Driver bringup for new platforms and audio peripherals

- Participate in audio hardware design reviews

- Create and maintain engineering documents

**Minimum Qualifications**

+ Experience in software development, device bringup, debugging and testing

+ Experience with kernel level programming, device drivers and/or firmware development

+ Experience with bug triaging, regression testing and commercialization support

+ Excellent programming skills with knowledge of C++, C or Objective-C

+ Audio domain knowledge of ADC/DAC, amplifiers and I2S/TDM/SPI/SoundWire interfaces is a plus

+ Good understanding of computer architecture

+ BS in computer science or engineering (or equivalent experience)

**Preferred Qualifications**

+ Cooperation in defining and updating team testing, processes, procedures

+ Understanding of multi-core embedded HW System and RTOS

**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 $143,100 and $264,200, 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. (https://www.apple.com/careers/us/benefits.html)

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.Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant (https://www.eeoc.gov/sites/default/files/2023-06/22-088\_EEOC\_KnowYourRights6.12ScreenRdr.pdf) .

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