Embedded Software Development Engineer, Vision Products Group
CO Salary Range: USD 132,100.00 - 244,600.00 per year
Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll work on defining next generation of vision products
Apple Vision Pro is a revolutionary spatial computer that seamlessly blends digital content with your physical space. It will allow us to do the things we love in ways never before possible - all while staying connected to the people around us.
Our team builds technology that defines industry standards, and therefore we seek people who thrive to innovate. Tenacity and the passion to learn are skills we value on our team. We seek a talented design engineer to work with cross-functional groups to continually push the envelope of the technology implemented in Apple products within the realm of embedded systems. If you want to impact millions of customers by working on the most advanced technology solutions, we want to talk to you.
Description
As an Embedded Software Engineer working on vision platforms at Apple, you will be responsible for architecting, designing, prototyping, and developing real-time software across the vision devices software stack.","responsibilities":"Develop and apply understanding of Apple's vision for next-generation AR/VR experiences to architect and develop the underlying software and firmware that enable those experiences.
Develop early simulation and prototype platforms to accelerate the path from concept to production.
Collaborate cross-functionally to execute initiatives from problem definition to implementation.
Apply deep expertise in OS and silicon architecture to design and develop software optimized for power, latency and thermally constrained devices.
Debug system issues and propose solutions to meet our high standard for user experiences.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience resolving problems that span the hardware/software boundary.
Experience developing in simulation/emulation environments.
Proven track record of building software optimized for hardware constraints.
Experience working on systems containing cameras, audio, displays, and latency-sensitive workloads.
Approaches complex problems with innovative, first-principles thinking.
Familiarity with Apple operating systems such as iOS, visionOS, or macOS.
Understanding of Swift programming language.
Minimum Qualifications
BS in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.
3+ years of relevant embedded software experience.
Accomplished programming skill in C/C++.
Familiarity with operating system internals, silicon architecture, and embedded systems.
Experience developing kernel drivers, embedded software, or system frameworks.
Strong analytical and debugging skills
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, both one-on-one and in group settings
Experience collaborating across multi-disciplinary teams
Familiarity with Gen AI coding tools, and experience using them for design, code generation, testing, and debugging.
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 .
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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 $132,100 and $244,600, 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.
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