System Software Engineer - Headphone & Accessories, Sensing & Connectivity

Apple Inc.; Cupertino (CA); On-site; USD 129,000 - 225,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical and dental coverage

Retirement benefits

Discounted products & services

Educational expense reimbursement

Job summary

Apple Inc. in Cupertino, CA is seeking a System Software Engineer on the Headphone & Accessories, Sensing & Connectivity team to design and build software for AirPods features across iOS and macOS, collaborating with cross‑functional partners to prototype, architect and deliver audio software solutions.

Requirements include 2+ years in C++, Swift or Objective-C, strong OO and multi‑threaded concepts, wireless/audio experience, and a BS/MS in CS or EE. Base pay ranges from $129,300 to $225,300.

Qualifications

• 2+ years in software design/programming with C++, Swift, or Objective-C.
• Solid understanding of object-oriented methodologies, multi-threaded programming and operating systems concepts.
• Experience with wireless or audio solutions.
• Strong debugging skills.
• BS or MS in CS, EE, or related.

Responsibilities

• Design and write software for various audio features and functionality across Apple OS.
• Prototype, architect and deliver software solutions for audio accessories, collaborating with cross-functional teams.

Skills

C++

Swift

Objective-C

Education

CS/EE BS/MS

Job description

System Software Engineer - Headphone & Accessories, Sensing & Connectivity

Cupertino, California, United States Software and Services

Join our Headphone & Accessories team and drive innovation in the wireless audio experience space! We craft and seamlessly integrate technologies that enrich people’s lives and deliver the best user-experience. Are you a dedicated software engineer ready to design, develop and build the next generation of wireless audio experience and personal device connectivity? If you're a strong software engineer and are passionate about building incredible solutions, we may have the job for you!

Description

As a System Software Engineer, you will design and develop software across Apple operating systems (iOS, macOS, and beyond) for a wide range of audio features and functionality. A core part of this role involves designing and building frameworks that expose and advertise AirPods capabilities to the broader Apple software ecosystem, enabling other teams and features to leverage the full power of AirPods hardware. You'll collaborate closely with design teams and cross-functional partners — including the AirPods firmware team — to prototype, architect, and deliver software solutions for audio accessories.

Responsibilities

• Your main responsibility in this role will be to design and write software for various audio features and functionality. The role will include working with design and multi-functional teams to prototype, design and implement software solutions for audio accessories.

Minimum Qualifications

• You have 2+ years experience in software design/programming with C++, Swift, or Objective-C
• You have a solid understanding of object-oriented methodologies, multi-threaded programming and operating systems concepts
• You're experienced with wireless or audio solutions
• You have strong debugging skills
• You have a BS or MS in CS, EE, or related

Preferred Qualifications

• You're experienced working with wireless technology, (Bluetooth or Wi-Fi)
• You have experience with SW audio features like Telephony audio or Bluetooth audio

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 $129,300 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.

• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
• retirement benefits
• a range of discounted products and free services
• 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. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant

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.

Learn about accessibility in Apple’s workplace

Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.