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# Software Engineer - Embedded Networking

- **Company:** Apple Inc.
- **Location:** San Diego, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Expert
- **Salary:** $139,500.0 - $258,100.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Networks, Linux, Linux on Embedded Systems, Embedded Operating Systems, Embedded Software, Ethernet, Firmware, QNX (Software), Software Engineering, Solaris (Operating System), TCP/IP, Transmission Control Protocol (TCP), VxWorks, Wi-Fi Technology, Computer Network Technologies, Information Technology
- **Published:** May 29, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=c5f8df69491f54de

## About the Role

Do you have experience in Software engineering?, In this role, you will design and develop innovative systems firmware to enable TCP/IP Networking on a co-processor so that Networking connectivity is provided in a very power and thermal efficient manner. This capability forms the bedrock of Apple's next generation of technologies and allows Apple to provide new user experiences and refresh its device roadmap. You will be a mentor to the junior members of the team and will have the opportunity to lead cross-functional design. The ideal candidate should possess an excellent conceptual understanding and working knowledge of TCP/IP and related networking technologies, excellent system level architectural thinking along with low-level firmware programming skills, excellent communication and leadership skills, and the ability to work in a fast-paced environment., The candidate needs to be able to work in a fast paced environment, operate gracefully under stress, balance multiple assignments in parallel, and be self driven to be effective in an environment with little overhead. The candidate also needs to show initiative, be able to take ownership of a problem area, and demonstrate an ability to understand the role of the group's technology in the larger context of the product and network environment. The position has cross- functional aspects and the candidate will need to show excellent interpersonal and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with Embedded Operating Systems or Micro Kernels (Embedded Linux, QNX, VxWorks, L4 etc.)

Experience with Networking stack implementations (BSD, Linux/ Android, Solaris, lwIP, sevenstax, mbedTLS etc.)

Familiarity with link-layer technologies (Ethernet, Wi-Fi, Cellular etc.)

Minimum Qualifications

BS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering or equivalent networking software development experience

At least 5+ years of real time embedded software (firmware) development experience (design and implementation)

Proficiency in C or C++ on resource-constrained embedded platforms

## Description

Apple is looking for a talented and energetic software engineer for the Core Networking team to lead and participate in the architecture and development of next generation networking technologies. The team is responsible for designing and enhancing the operating system networking components across Apple's range of products including all iOS, macOS, watchOS, tvOS and visionOS based products.


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