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SOC Power Management Software Engineer

2 days ago Cupertino, CA

In this unique and highly visible role, you will be at the center of feature developments and system power optimizations. We work with hardware and system teams and lead the bring-up and development of SoC power management features from pre-silicon to final product commercial release. You will also be required to prototype and explore novel CPU/SoC power management schemes and work with design teams to influence future chip designs. The impact of the proposed innovations will span across CPU/SoC micro-architecture and driver design, striving to lead the future products to aggressive battery life targets.

Description

We are looking for an exceptional software engineer to lead, design and implement CPU and SoC power management software for Apple's new product platforms! In this unique and highly visible role, you will be at the center of feature developments and system power optimizations.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in SOC and/or System Power Management.

Demonstrated innovative, critical thinking and debugging skills

Highly professional, with the ability to deliver work on tight schedules

Excellent collaborative skills

Extraordinary written and verbal communication

Minimum Qualifications

Expertise in embedded software development (C or C++)

Expertise in writing and debugging complex OS device and kernel drivers

Experience in embedded SOC architectures and hardware/software dependencies

Experience in new platform or silicon bringup

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 $150,400 and $225,300, 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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Client-provided location(s): Cupertino, CA
Job ID: apple-200673682-0836
Employment Type: OTHER
Posted: 2026-07-28T19:55:29

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