Wireless Systems Software Engineer - Sensing & Connectivity

Apple Inc.

San Diego (CA)

On-site

USD 142,300 - 214,300

Full time

14 days+

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Job summary

Apple Inc. in San Diego is seeking an AirPods Software Engineer to advance sensing and connectivity across AirPods and accessories. You will work on embedded firmware and host frameworks, delivering low-latency, robust wireless experiences.

The role spans real-time embedded systems, iOS/visionOS integration, and cross-functional collaboration to ship end-to-end features that touch millions of users daily. Strong C/C++ skills and RTOS experience are essential, along with a passion for quality

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, computer engineering, electrical engineering, or a related discipline.
  • Strong C/C++ programming skills with emphasis on code quality, performance, and maintainability.
  • Solid understanding of systems programming concepts: memory management, concurrency, state machines, and event‑driven architectures.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and maintain embedded Bluetooth stack features on resource‑constrained accessories with real‑time performance requirements
  • Design and implement system software, daemons, and frameworks on iOS/visionOS
  • Bring up new audio products and chipsets
  • Ensure secure and private wireless communications across Apple's ecosystem
  • Debug complex issues spanning iOS‑device software and accessory firmware
  • Create diagnostic tools, telemetry systems, and testing infrastructure for cross‑platform features, working closely with QA
  • Collaborate with a wide variety of cross‑functional teams to build and deliver end‑to‑end experiences
  • Drive innovation on emerging wireless technologies and product features

Skills

C/C++
Systems programming
Debugging
Concurrency
Real-time

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE

Tools

RTOS
Firmware
Embedded systems

Job description

Apple Inc. in San Diego is seeking an AirPods Software Engineer to advance sensing and connectivity across AirPods and accessories. You will work on embedded firmware and host frameworks, delivering low-latency, robust wireless experiences.

The role spans real-time embedded systems, iOS/visionOS integration, and cross-functional collaboration to ship end-to-end features that touch millions of users daily. Strong C/C++ skills and RTOS experience are essential, along with a passion for quality

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