Software Device Driver Engineer - Core I/O, Core OS

Apple Inc.
Cupertino, United States of America
4 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Senior
Compensation
$ 272K

Job location

Cupertino, United States of America

Tech stack

iOS
Apple Mac Systems
C++
Computer Programming
Device Drivers
Toolchain
Multithreading

Job description

We are looking for a Software Device Driver Engineer with an extensive background in Operating Systems, drivers, IO performance/characterization, strong programming skills and experience leading design and development efforts.

In this role, you develop system level USB architecture solutions, adding functionality and improving performance across many product lines.","responsibilities":"Prototype, bring-up, develop, and maintain device drivers for USB on Apple OSs

Drive company-wide USB initiatives

Architect new driver stacks and frameworks

Support cross functional teams and platform developers

Make enhancements to the Darwin kernel and other related software stacks as necessary

Requirements

Do you have experience in OS Kernels?, 5+ years of relevant experience

Familiarity with iOS/macOS toolchain

Experience with IOKit and iOS/macOS driver development

Experience with common hardware architectures (ARM, PPC, MIPS, x86)

Ability to use an oscilloscope and logic analyzer and to read board schematics

A fundamental knowledge of low-level and system level USB architecture and implementations

Minimum Qualifications

Strong C/C++ programming skills and experience with multi-threaded programming

Outstanding written and verbal communication

Proficient in Operating Systems and kernel architecture

Bachelor's degree in CS/CE/EE (or equivalent, or related field)

Benefits & conditions

4.14.1 out of 5 stars Cupertino, CA $147,400 - $272,100 a year, Pulled from the full job description

  • Employee stock purchase plan
  • Health insurance
  • Retirement plan
  • Dental insurance
  • RSU, 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.

About the company

Apple is where individual imaginations gather together, committing to the values that lead to great work. Every new product we build, service we create, or Apple Store experience we deliver is the result of us making each other's ideas stronger. That happens because every one of us shares a belief that we can make something wonderful and share it with the world, changing lives for the better. It's the diversity of our people and their thinking that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do. When we bring everybody in, we can do the best work of our lives. Here, you'll do more than join something - you'll add something. The Core I/O software team within Apple's Core OS organization is looking for an exceptional engineer to work on state-of-the art USB driver technology. Working on a core technology you will have the opportunity to have a major impact on the design and implementation of Apple's products. Our environment fosters product innovation, rapid product iteration, and values initiative.

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