System Software Developer

Summary

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.

The CoreOS Power and Performance team is looking for an experienced software developer to join us. You will have the opportunity to work on the latest Apple products and build high-quality, production software that ships to billions of Apple customers!

Description

We are looking for a motivated engineer with excellent programming, problem-solving, and communication skills, backed by a solid wireless communication background. You will enable continued innovation by identifying and collecting meaningful radio metrics to improve Apple products. To be successful in this role, you must have a solid software engineering background coupled with a strong system understanding and the ability to write production-level code.

Responsibilities

Drive wireless telemetry development and analysis (Cellular, Wi-Fi, and Bluetooth) across all Apple products.
Utilize large data analytics and GenAI tools to analyze wireless usage in the field and identify power improvement opportunities. 
Analyze trends and extract insights to guide new power optimization features and influence future hardware design.
Build, ship, and maintain high-quality system software.

Minimum Qualifications

Proficient in C, C++, or Objective-C, with a mastery of Python.
Proactive and self-motivated with demonstrated creative and critical thinking capabilities.
Excellent spoken and written communication skills.
Proven ability to collaborate cross-functionally with different teams.
Strong system-level understanding and excellent debugging skills.
Good understanding of wireless communication, plus one or more of Wi-Fi or cellular protocols.
B.S., M.S., or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong mathematical foundations.
Experience with development on mobile systems.
Experience working with large, cross-functional teams.

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 $150,400 and $277,600, 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

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Application Deadline

Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.