HID Firmware Engineer

HID Firmware Engineer

The Human Interface Device (HID) group is looking for motivated engineers to join the multi-touch development team. Firmware delivered by HID powers the amazing sensing interfaces used on iPhone, iPad, Mac, AirPods, health sensors, and more. Our engineers are involved in all phases of product development, from the earliest concept reviews all the way through first customer shipment. This includes architecture development, custom silicon design, hardware bringup with our EE partners, firmware design/implementation, and working with our Algorithm/Software/Quality Engineering partners to deliver the user experience for which Apple products are so well known. Join our team and help shape the future of the Apple Touch experience. With millions of customers, our team's impact is felt around the world!

Description

As a HID firmware engineer working on many of Apple's embedded sensors, you will be expected to: Architect, implement, and maintain complex firmware designs. Define and bring up new sensing chipsets and processors from initial specification to production. Be an active participant in the design process, working closely with internal and external partners. Write clean, robust, testable, and sustainable code tailored for embedded systems. Efficiently debug and close out system issues related to your firmware. Specify and document communication protocols, system states, and feature requirements in partnership with other firmware and software teams. Collaborate with Quality Engineering teams to inform and craft their white-box testing. Mentor less experienced firmware engineers and help guide them to successful deliverables.

Minimum Qualifications

• BS and a minimum of 3 years relevant industry experience
• Experience with multithreaded programming
• Experience developing complex architectures in RTOS environments
• Experience with advanced debugging in embedded environments (e.g., coredumps, traces)

Preferred Qualifications

• MS in a science related degree
• 8+ years of relevant experience
• Expertise in C or C++ for Embedded Systems
• Strong communication and collaboration skills
• Experience with multithreaded programming
• Experience developing complex architectures in RTOS environments
• Working knowledge of inter-processor communication methodologies and SOC concepts such as MMU's, caching strategies, and ARM architectures
• Experience designing and implementing communication protocols
• Experience optimizing for memory and execution time in resource constrained environments
• Experience with advanced debugging in embedded environments (e.g., coredumps, traces)
• Experience with NEON / SIMD or similar hardware accelerators
• Deep experience working with analog and digital sensors
• Proven capability to apply software best practices to firmware designs
• Experience contributing to large software projects
• Experience with unit testing, static analysis, and continuous integration

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 $147,400 and $272,100, 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 Note: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program. 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. Learn about accessibility in Apple's workplace Learn about reasonable accommodations for job applicants Apple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.