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Core OS Accessories Software Engineer

Apple

Apple

Software Engineering
Cupertino, CA, USA
Posted on Nov 8, 2024

Summary

Posted:
Weekly Hours: 40
Role Number:200577604
The Core OS Accessories Team is looking for a Software Engineer to focus on iOS/macOS/tvOS/watchOS software support of wired and wireless accessories! In this role, you will be working on developing both existing and future Apple products. We create drivers used on iOS/macOS/tvOS/watchOS devices, as well as develop protocols used to communicate with 1st, 2nd, and 3rd party accessories (including Smart Connector accessories, Lightning accessories, Chargers, CarPlay, AirPods, HomeKit, AirPlay, and other 3rd party accessories). There is a wide breadth to this role; our team's stack has components in both userland and kernel. We are responsible for many aspects of accessory behavior, such as connectivity, charging, security, and more. The team is very fast paced and the right engineer has vast opportunities to learn.

Description

Develop wired and wireless accessory features, protocols, and technologies. Document code and create workable specifications including quantifiable system performance characteristics. Ensure products are instrumented to evaluate field system equivalence. Tool development for feature simulation, verification and system-level troubleshooting. Work with external technology partners to design and launch accessories and technology platforms.

Minimum Qualifications

  • BS in Computer Engineering/Computer Science/Electrical Engineering
  • Programming Languages: C/C++ (Objective-C a plus)
  • Operating System Experience: iOS, macOS, NetBSD, Linux
  • Strong software debugging skills

Key Qualifications

Preferred Qualifications

  • Solid understanding of protocols
  • Device driver programming
  • Device Drivers: any of UART / SPI / SPMI / I2C / USB is a plus
  • Ability to use an oscilloscope and logic analyzer.

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

Pay & Benefits

  • Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We take affirmative action to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, Veteran status, or other legally protected characteristics. Learn more about your EEO rights as an applicant.