Systems Software Engineer - Human Interface Devices

Role Overview

Our Human Interface Devices Software team delivers high-quality drivers, frameworks and tools supporting sensing technologies across all Apple products. Primarily supporting the multi-touch technology, we have deep experience developing systems software and building stacks that enable the best user-experience! We work closely with Algorithms, Firmware, Design, and UI teams to ensure sensor and software performance is optimized across all layers of the stack.

Responsibilities

We are looking for an engineer to work on drivers, frameworks, and tools for iOS. In this role, you will maintain existing software and design new software stacks for future products and sensing technologies. Ideally, you have experience dealing with human factors, care deeply about user experience, enjoy supporting technology investigations, and are comfortable jumping between multiple levels of the software stack.

Requirements & Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

BS and 3 years of relevant industry experience Experience developing system software; such as drivers or frameworks Strong C/C++ and object-oriented programming skills Excellent debugging skills Ability to quickly familiarize yourself with code you’ve never seen before, and understand the pertinent functionality Comfortable working at both higher and lower levels of software Experience using AI-assisted development tools to enhance productivity in system software development flows, creating test frameworks and tooling, and improve overall code quality.

Preferred Qualifications

6 years of experience in developing embedded software, including firmware and device drivers

Using C/C++ for low level systems, and experience designing and implementing system software for drivers

Experience in Kernel driver development, including designing and implementing kernel drivers for various hardware sensors in Unix, Linux or iOS

Experience in designing and implementing SW interfaces/APIs among software, firmware and algorithms modules Experience with profiling code in both kernel and userspace Experience in debugging embedded system issues with hardware, assembly and software tracers Strong verbal and written communications skills Self-advised, analytical, and works well in a team environment

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

Application Instructions

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