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Apple · 2 months ago

Software Development Engineer - Firmware

positionAustin, Texas, United States
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
seniorityMid Level

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. The SMC/PMU group is seeking engineers to work on the software and firmware for the System Management Controller in a wide range of Apple products, focusing on developing embedded software solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Responsibilities

Develop software & firmware for System Management Controller, Power Systems and Private Cloud Compute Management Controller
Work on new silicon bringup for wide range of Apple Products
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and develop innovative solutions
Ability to deliver solid work on tight schedules

Qualification

Embedded firmware developmentC/C++ programmingReal-time operating systemsPeripheral protocolsSilicon bring-up experiencePython programmingCode management toolsTesting focusProfessionalismCommunication skillsCollaboration skills

Required

Bachelor or Master degree in Computer Engineering, Computer Science, or Electrical Engineering
Proficient in Embedded firmware or kernel driver development in C or C++
A fundamental knowledge of embedded processors, with in-depth knowledge of real time operating system concepts
Experience with at least one peripheral protocol; e.g. I2C/SMBus, UART, SPI, USB, Network stack etc
Excellent communication and collaboration skills
A focus on generating stable code through detailed testing
Highly professional, with the ability to deliver solid work on tight schedules

Preferred

Extensive experience designing, developing and testing embedded software using C/C++
Experience with advanced micro-controllers or kernel level SoC programming
Experience in silicon and pre-silicon bring-up
Experience developing tools using Python
Ability to comprehend hardware specs and schematics
Experience with code management tools such as Git, CVS, SVN, or Perforce
Experience with debuggers such as gdb, lldb, etc
Hands on experience with test equipment including scopes, analyzers, and multi-meters

Company

Apple

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Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
dateFounded in 1976
location
Cupertino, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
web-link
https://www.apple.com

H1B Sponsorship

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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$5.67B
Key Investors
Berkshire HathawayMicrosoftSequoia Capital
2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Tim Cook
CEO
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Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering

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