Embedded Software Engineer

Role Number: 200655830Team: Software and Services, HardwareLocation: Austin; CupertinoPosted: 2026-04-03SummaryThe Product Integrity group is looking for a Systems Software Engineer to develop future products. As a member of the OS Diagnostics team you will develop and maintain software used to characterize, calibrate and test new hardware, debug software and hardware both independently and multi-functionally, and work with many other teams at Apple and at various contract manufacturers. Your experience writing and debugging software on different hardware platforms will be meaningful to your success.DescriptionIn this role you will be responsible for developing, debugging and maintaining internal software running on many Apple products. You will have the opportunity to work with a wide variety of worldwide cross-functional teams including Hardware Engineering, Software Engineering, Operations, and our Contract Manufacturing partners. You will engage with many products from early development through mass production where your contributions will directly impact hardware quality and end user experiences.Minimum QualificationsBS in CS/CE/EE and 2+ years of software engineer career experienceExpertise in at least one of C++/Objective-C/SwiftExperience developing drivers/applications in Unix, Linux, or macOSPreferred QualificationsExperience with building embedded system architectures and using interfaces such as I2C, USB, PCIeExperience building and debugging distributed applicationsExperience debugging at all levels of an operating systemExperience with Python/Lua/BashProven task managementEffective communication skillsPay & BenefitsAt 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 $129,300 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 BenefitsNote: Apple benefit, compensation and employee stock programs are subject to eligibility requirements and other terms of the applicable plan or program.EEO StatementApple 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 applicantEEO StatementApple 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 applicantAccessibilityAt 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 workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsAccessibilityAt 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 workplaceLearn about reasonable accommodations for job applicantsApplication DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.Application DeadlineApple accepts applications to this posting on an ongoing basis.