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Apple

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Silicon Validation Software Engineer - IO and Thermal Control Validation

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Posted Aug 4, 2026

Role at a glance

Salary
$129.3K – $194.7K/yr
Location
Cupertino, California, United States
Work arrangement
On-site
Employment
Full-time
Experience
hiring all levels from junior to senior roles
Education
Minimum BS Degree.

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Role Summary

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This role is part of Apple’s Silicon Technologies group and focuses on developing software to validate and debug communication and thermal blocks in Apple SoCs. The team works with other groups to bring up and debug SoC issues and coordinate testing for Apple’s next-generation processors and systems-on-chip.

What You'll Do

  • Develop software to validate communication IP blocks in Apple SoCs
  • Develop software to validate thermal IP blocks in Apple SoCs
  • Work with other teams to bring up SoCs
  • Debug SoC issues
  • Coordinate testing

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Qualifications

Minimum BS Degree.

Preferred

  • Experience in low level software development in a linux/unix environment
  • Proficiency in C/C++ programming
  • General knowledge of computer architecture and operating system
  • Knowledge and skill in Python programming
  • Experience with communication blocks (RS232, SPI, I2C, SDIO, USB, PCI)
  • Experience with power management, voltage and/or thermal monitoring, dynamic voltage and frequency scaling, performance throttling
  • Familiar with digital design, design verification, and silicon and analog characterization
  • Experience with assembly languages, and scripting languages

Original job description

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Summary

Do you love creating elegant solutions to highly complex challenges? Do you intrinsically see the importance in every detail? As part of our Silicon Technologies group, you’ll help design and manufacture our next-generation, high-performance, power-efficient processor, system-on-chip (SoC). You’ll ensure Apple products and services can seamlessly and efficiently handle the tasks that make them beloved by millions. Joining this group means you’ll be responsible for crafting and building the technology that fuels Apple’s devices. Together, you and your team will enable our customers to do all the things they love with their devices. Join us to help deliver the next groundbreaking Apple product. We have a critical impact on getting high quality functional products to millions of customers quickly, and we are hiring all levels from junior to senior roles.

Description

You will be part of a team that will develop software to validate and debug communication and thermal blocks in Apple SoCs. You will develop software to validate various communication and thermal IP blocks in Apple SoCs working with other teams to bring up and debug SoC's issues and coordinate to run tests.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum BS Degree.

Preferred Qualifications

- Experience in low level software development in a linux/unix environment
- Proficiency in C/C++ programming
- General knowledge of computer architecture and operating system
- Knowledge and skill in Python programming
- Experience with communication blocks (RS232, SPI, I2C, SDIO, USB, PCI)
- Experience with power management, voltage and/or thermal monitoring, dynamic voltage and frequency scaling, performance throttling
- Familiar with digital design, design verification, and silicon and analog characterization
- Experience with assembly languages, and scripting languages
- Experience with using test equipment, analyzers and debugger

Pay & Benefits — Cupertino, California, United States

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 $194,700, 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.

Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.

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About the company

Apple

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Apple Inc. is a global technology company known for its innovative products and services, including the iPhone, iPad, Mac computers, and Apple Watch. Founded in 1976, Apple has continuously pushed the boundaries of design and functionality, earning a reputation for high-quality consumer electronics and software solutions like iOS and macOS. With a strong commitment to user experience and privacy, Apple also leads in digital services, offering platforms such as the App Store, Apple Music, and iCloud. The company's focus on sustainability and corporate responsibility further enhances its standing as a leader in the technology sector.