at Apple
Location
San Diego, United States of America
Compensation
$140k–$258k USD
Type
full time
Posted
2 weeks ago
Market range · company + function + seniority
p25 · target · p75 · n=800
Posted $258k · in the market band
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This is a high visibility role that involves architecting and developing our audio platform. This platform is a key technology that integrates and manages the data and system states for our products. We are seeking someone who is passionate about our products and the drive to improving the quality and innovation of our deliverables. The people here at Apple don’t just build products — they build the kind of wonder that’s revolutionized entire industries. Excellent communication and collaboration is a must, as you will be asked to partner with team members and other engineering teams.
Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to define product features and requirements
Design, implement, debug, and test embedded C/C++ code running on 32-bit MCU's for Apple-branded audio products
Support debug of prototype hardware
Work with cross-functional team to define and meet timing, power and memory budgets
BS or M.S. in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent, experience
5+ years of proven excellence in firmware, embedded software, or equivalent experience
Experience with MCUs, SW architecture, feature development, and memory & CPU constrained SW environments
Solid C/C++ coding abilities
Strong software debugging skills
Passion for product ownership and track record of product development
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Knowledge of real-time audio or Bluetooth technologies
The AirPods Firmware team is looking for an enthusiastic engineer to join our team. This is an individual contributor role to develop the technical development of the audio platform for our products. You will have the opportunity to drive the technology and product development for Apple's consumer audio products. In this role, you will work with a wide cross-functional team to continually innovate technology implemented in Apple products.
Apple is an equal opportunity employer that is committed to inclusion and diversity. We seek to promote 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
At Apple, we believe accessibility is a fundamental human right. You’ll find that idea reflected in everything here — in our culture, our benefits and our digital tools. By welcoming as many perspectives as possible, we help you build a career where you feel like you belong.
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