Software Development Engineer - Core Accessories Services

Summary Posted: Oct 19, 2023 Role Number: 200512443 Are you a big-picture thinker who loves setting ambitious goals? Do you have a passion for understanding how each line of code affects all the others? In the Core Operating Systems group, you’ll ensure the OS is inseparable from each device’s identity as a whole. That’s because this group is committed to building fully integrated operating systems that combine hardware, software, and apps into a single Apple experience. Your dedication to cross-disciplinary collaboration will help develop groundbreaking technologies, such as iOS, macOS, watchOS, and tvOS. By crafting these distinct, multidisciplinary user experiences, you’ll continue to uphold and advance the excellence people expect from Apple devices! The Core Accessories Services team is looking for a software engineer to work on Apple platforms; iOS, macOS, tvOS and watchOS. The candidate will be expected to design and implement platform level features as related to restoring/syncing Apple devices and accessories. In addition, the candidate will be expected to interact on a cross functional level with multiple teams with a critical influence on hardware and software design. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Fluent in C Proficient in or desire to learn Objective-C and Swift Experience developing daemons and frameworks Passion for accessories Strong written and verbal communication skills Creative, critical thinking and troubleshooting skills Ability to deliver solid work on tight schedules Description Description Develop wired and wireless accessory features, protocols, and technologies. Tool development for feature simulation, verification and system-level troubleshooting. Document code and create workable specifications including quantifiable system performance characteristics. Education & Experience Education & Experience BS CE/EE/CS (or equivalent) Additional Requirements Additional Requirements Fluent in Objective-C Fluent in Swift Experience with Apple fundamentals such as GCD and XPC Experience engineering IoT products Experience with iOS accessory frameworks such as HomeKit, CoreBluetooth. Solid understanding of networking protocols Pay & Benefits 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 $110,200 and $198,100 annualized, 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.