Senior Embedded Software Engineer

Summary Posted: Oct 19, 2023 Weekly Hours: 40 Role Number: 200500565 At Apple, we strive every single day to craft products that enrich people’s lives. Our successes are the result of skilled domain experts working in an environment which encourages creativity, collaboration, and re-thinking of old problems in new ways! As a member of the Satellite Connectivity Group, you will work on the satellite network that enables connectivity to iPhone when off the grid without cellular or Wi-Fi coverage. Every day, Apple customers use Emergency SOS via satellite to access emergency assistance when they are in need of help and have no other means to communicate. You will have the unique and rewarding opportunity to shape this and other critical services, to the benefit and safety of millions of Apple device users. The team is looking for a senior embedded software engineer to lead the design and implementation of a complex distributed embedded system to enable an exciting new capability. Key Qualifications Key Qualifications Expertise in embedded systems fundamentals: baremetal applications, RTOS design, resource efficient software design, hardware peripheral drivers, IRQ handling, etc. Expertise in C/C++, and Python with familiarity of other languages Experience with embedded communication buses: UART, I2C, SPI, CAN Experience with soft processor implementation in FPGAs (Microblaze, RISC-V, etc.) Familiarity with latest industry standards and best practices for code quality and maintainability Ability to read schematics and hardware datasheets Experience with hardware bringup and debug, and basic lab instruments (oscilloscope, etc.) Excellent verbal and written technical communication skills Description Description * Help architect stack from low level drivers to high level APIs to manage and control a distributed hardware system * Design and implement embedded software on ARM processors as well as soft processors in FPGAs * Contribute to development infrastructure (toolchain, compiler, debuggers, etc.) * Evaluate off the shelf software solutions * Collaborate with hardware team on design, bringup and test applications * Implement processes for maintainable software production and release Education & Experience Education & Experience 5+ years experience in software engineering roles Minimum BS Computer Science or similar degree Additional Requirements Additional Requirements 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 $161,700 and $284,900, 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.