Apple · 2 hours ago
Software Engineer - Systems
Cupertino, California, United States
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$181K/yr - $272K/yrApple is a place where extraordinary people gather to do their lives best work. The Software Engineer - Systems role involves developing system software components for all Apple operating systems, collaborating with teams to design and implement new software features, and ensuring the security and quality of system software.
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Responsibilities
Using Swift, Objective-C, C++, and C programming languages, to develop system software components for all Apple operating systems
Collaborate with teams within the company to design and implement new system software features
Diagnose and fix flaws in system software
Audit system software for security vulnerabilities and implement security enhancements
Implement automated testing for system software
Review and critique software designs and changes proposed by associate engineers
Communicate project status and schedule forecast accurately to management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Systems Design Engineering; Computer Science, Electrical or Systems Engineering, or related field
Using the Objective-C, Swift, C++ programming languages, and development tools to develop software for iOS, macOS, or VisionOS operating systems
Developing user interface software, applying principles in user-interaction design
Analyzing and developing software to protect user privacy and prevent devices from being compromised by malicious software by applying secure design principles including permission controls, access restriction, and data encryption
Utilizing concurrent, client-server software to develop new frameworks and services for system software
Analyzing and fixing flaws in existing system software using Xcode and lldb debugging tools
Using Stash and Github software management tools and propose architectural and algorithm improvements
Planning complex engineering projects, identify cross-team dependencies and accurately forecast completion schedules
Developing automated software tests to ensure ongoing product quality
Benefits
Comprehensive medical and dental coverage
Retirement benefits
A range of discounted products and free services
Reimbursement for certain educational expenses — including tuition
Discretionary bonuses or commission payments
Relocation
Company
Apple
Apple is a technology company that designs, manufactures, and markets consumer electronics, personal computers, and software.
Founded in 1976
10001+ employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$5.67BKey Investors
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2025-05-05Post Ipo Debt· $4.5B
2025-01-16Post Ipo Debt· $0.31M
2021-04-30Post Ipo Equity
Leadership Team
Tim Cook
CEO
Craig Federighi
SVP, Software Engineering
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