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# Systems Software Engineer

- **Company:** Apple Inc.
- **Location:** Cupertino, CA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $150,400.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Apple Products, Bluetooth, C++ (Programming Language), Computer Programming, Computer Engineering, Software Debugging, Embedded Software, PCI Express, Real-Time Operating Systems, Software Engineering, System Programming, Universal Asynchronous Receiver/Transmitter, Wi-Fi Technology, Wireless Devices, Information Technology, Wireless Technologies
- **Published:** September 3, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.themuse.com/jobs/apple/systems-software-engineer-wireless-technologies-ecosystems-13b962

## About the Role

Experience with embedded firmware development.

Knowledge of communication buses (UART, USB, SPI, PCIe).

Knowledge of Wi-Fi, Bluetooth, or other wireless protocols.

Familiarity with low-power optimization in embedded systems.

Experience with real-time operating systems and low-level programming.

Proven analytical skills across hardware/software boundaries.

Excellent communication and collaboration skills.

Passion for innovative problem-solving and finding elegant solutions.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience.

3+ years of experience writing drivers for large operating systems.

Proficiency in programming in C and/or C++.

Solid understanding of system programming (memory, process management).

Strong debugging skills in complex environments.

## Description

As a Software Engineer in WTE, you'll design and build next-generation wireless and connectivity solutions that bring Apple products to life. You'll work where hardware meets software-writing drivers, developing embedded firmware, and building full-stack systems that deliver high performance with low power. Your work will impact hundreds of millions of users around the world., Design and develop drivers for custom wireless hardware.

Implement system-level boot, reset, and recovery flows for wireless chipsets.

Build robust debug tools and diagnostic systems for complex wireless platforms.

Develop full-stack solutions for inter-chip communication.

Optimize data paths for maximum speed and minimal latency.

Debug and resolve critical issues across the technology stack.

Collaborate closely with hardware, OS, and technology teams.


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