Summary

Key Qualifications

• Strong background in C++
• Solid understanding of basic algorithms and data structures
• Understanding of operating systems fundamentals (e.g. system calls, virtual memory, interrupts, processes, dynamic loader)
• Low level software development experience (e.g. kernel, firmware or RTOS)
• Understanding of computer architecture fundamentals (e.g. (RISC pipeline, cache coherency, branch prediction, virtual address translation)
• Familiarity with a scripting language (e.g. Python, bash)
• Debugging skills (e.g. LLDB or GDB)
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Highly professional, with the ability to multitask and deliver solid work on tight schedules

Description

Education & Experience

Additional Requirements

• Preferred Experience (including course work)
• - Compiler Development (e.g. LLVM)
• - Static/dynamic program analysis
• - Security analysis
• - Reverse-engineering
• - Performance analysis and instrumentation
• - Fluency in an assembly language
• - Implementing an OS scheduler or filesystem

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 $170,700.00 and $300,200.00, 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 take affirmative action to ensure 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.