Silicon Validation Software Engineer: Embedded and Low-level Programming

Apple; Austin (TX); On-site; USD 139,500 - 258,100; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Educational expense reimbursement

Employee stock purchase plan

Job summary

A leading technology company in Austin is seeking a Software Engineer to develop embedded software for next-generation Apple silicon. This role involves designing firmware drivers, enhancing platform software, and engaging in chip bring-up across various platforms. Ideal candidates possess strong C/C++ skills, a background in embedded software, and solid experience with power management and device drivers. The position offers competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits, including stock options and educational reimbursements.

Qualifications

• Proficient in C/C++, experience with embedded systems.
• Solid understanding of ARM specifications and computer architecture.
• Experience in device drivers and SOC initialization.

Responsibilities

• Develop boot and driver code for Apple silicon.
• Implement Common Firmware Environment for validation.
• Participate in chip bring-up on various platforms.

Skills

C/C++ proficiency

Embedded software development

Scripting languages (Python, Perl, Tcl)

Troubleshooting skills

Job description

Overview

At Apple, new ideas have a way of becoming extraordinary products, services, and customer experiences very quickly. Bring passion and dedication to your job and there’s no telling what you could accomplish. Dynamic, smart people and inspiring, innovative technologies are the norm here. The people who work here have reinvented entire industries with all Apple Hardware products. The same passion for innovation that goes into our products also applies to our practices strengthening our commitment to leave the world better than we found it. Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product. We are looking for software engineers with a background in embedded software development to join a fast-paced environment. In this role, you will contribute to developing embedded software solutions, debug and bring-up of the state-of-the-art next generation SOCs, supporting current and future Apple products. Your work will have a critical impact on getting high quality functional products to millions of customers quickly. You will be part of our core infrastructure team responsible for developing and improving our embedded silicon test software platforms, including Common Firmware Environment and RTOS.

Responsibilities

• Develop boot and driver code for Apple silicon, including AP clusters, IO Co-Processor system, fabric, power management, memory and other I/O devices.
• Design, implement, and enhance Common Firmware Environment (CFE) and other platform software for Apple silicon validation organization.
• Develop system software to exercise power saving features (suspend and resume).
• Contribute to SDRAM initialization and calibration development.
• Implement firmware drivers for PMIC and battery charging.
• Participate in chip bring-up on simulator, emulation, FPGA and silicon.
• Develop applications covering system level use cases and functional features.
• Participate in SOC architecture, design specification and board schematics reviews.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficient in C/C++, assembly a plus
• Background in embedded software development, bare metal, RTOS and/or Linux
• Solid understanding of ARM specifications, computer architecture, operating systems
• Experience in boot code, CPU & SOC initialization, device drivers
• Familiar with IO protocols: I2C, SPMI, UART, GPIO
• Experience in lpDDR4/5, DRAM initialization and calibration a big plus
• Good troubleshooting skills in silicon bring-up and embedded software debugging
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Perl, or Tcl

Pay & Benefits

At Apple, base pay is one part of our total compensation package and is determined within a range. The base pay range for this role is between $139,500 and $258,100, 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.

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.

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.