Systems Software Engineer (Core OS)

Apple | San Diego, CA

Posted Date 4/17/2025

Description 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. As part of the Core IO Networking & Sensors Architecture team, you will be working on the platform code that drives our operating systems on iPhones/iPads/Apple Watch/Mac. We deliver a unified solution to the entire company. Working on this team will redefine your understanding of cross-functional. We deliver daemons, frameworks, certification test suites, command line tools and even the some bits of UI. And our code runs on everything. Programming languages we use on this team are C, Objective-C and Swift. You do not need to be an expert in all three to be successful. So long as you are well-versed in at least one of them, and are confident in your ability to learn.

Description

We're looking for a motivated engineer with excellent programming, problem solving and communication skills. In this role, you will contribute to Apple's firmware update solutions. Our deliverables are mostly middleware; frameworks and daemons. A basic knowledge of low level programming / kernel would be beneficial. Also, being familiar with I/O is helpful (USB, Bluetooth, Ethernet, Inductive, etc) since this is how accessories connect to devices.

Minimum Qualifications

2+ years of programming experience in C, Objective-C or Swift
Solid OS fundamentals
Experience designing and developing production-level software
Bachelors degree in CS/CE/EE or equivalent experience/skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Strong analytical thinking
Self-motivated and able to work independently
Excellent spoken and written communication skills

Pay & Benefits

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 $135,400 and $250,600, 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.

Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.

Salary135,400.00 - 250,600.00 Annual