Kernel Software Development Engineer - Core Sensors Architecture

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 150,000 - 278,000; Full time

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Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, California, is seeking a Kernel Software Development Engineer for the Core Sensors Architecture. You will join a team designing and evolving kernel driver frameworks and driver architectures for macOS and iPadOS.

This role focuses on IPC, kernel and user-space drivers, and performance in a cutting-edge environment. The successful candidate will have strong OS fundamentals, C/C++ proficiency, and ideally experience with Swift and ARM assembly.

Qualifications

• Solid understanding of operating system implementation fundamentals.
• Proficient with C or C++.
• BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Design, implement, and support kernel driver frameworks.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver kernel and security enhancements.
• Develop and debug IPC, kernel, and user-space drivers, and optimize scheduling.

Skills

C/C++ proficiency

OS fundamentals

Swift

ARM assembly

Education

BS/MS in Computer Science

Job description

Kernel Software Development Engineer - Core Sensors Architecture

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

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.

Description

The Core Sensors and Drivers Architecture team provides the frameworks and infrastructure that enable 1st and 3rd party developers to create drivers for macOS and iPadOS. We are seeking a highly skilled software development engineer who possesses both large-scale and detail-oriented thinking to assist in the design, debugging, analysis, and development of Apple’s operating systems, particularly in the realm of driver technologies.

Responsibilities

• Work with a highly skilled engineering team in the design, implementation, and support of kernel driver frameworks. The role includes interacting with multi-functional teams across Apple to bring state-of-the-art kernel and security enhancements to Apple's products. The position will focus on areas such as IPC, kernel, and user space drivers, scheduling, and so on. Engineers also use various debugging tools and techniques to identify system issues and improve quality.

Minimum Qualifications

• Solid understanding of Operating System implementation fundamentals
• Proficient with C or C++
• BS/MS in Computer Science or equivalent knowledge and experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Thrives in a collaborative environment and can clearly communicate technical details
• Experience in Swift
• Proficiency in ARM assembly language

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 $277,600, and your base pay will depend on your skills, qualifications, experience, and location.

Benefits

• 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.
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• retirement benefits
• a range of discounted products and free services
• 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.

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