Firmware Engineer - AirPods

Job Description

Apple is seeking an enthusiastic engineer to join the AirPods Firmware team to develop the technical development of the audio platform for their products.

Requirements

• 1-2 years of proven excellence in firmware, device driver, or equivalent experience
• Experience with MCUs, peripherals, features, and development environments
• Solid C/C++ coding abilities
• Knowledge of audio, DSP and Bluetooth technologies is preferred
• Familiarity with real-time audio (sample rates, buffering, I2S, PCM, drivers)
• Strong electrical system and software debugging skills
• Passion for product ownership and track record of product development
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with marketing and cross-functional engineering teams to define product features and requirements
• Design, implement, debug, and test embedded C/C++ code running on 8-bit, 16-bit, and 32-bit MCU's for Apple-branded audio products
• Support electrical bring-up and debug of prototype hardware
• Enable expansion of our product ecosystem features through creation of test tools

Benefits

• Employees at Apple are often offered comprehensive benefits that support physical and mental well-being—flexible medical plans, confidential counseling, onsite wellness centers at major campuses, and resources for fitness and daily life. Families typically receive fertility support, paid parental leave with gradual return, caregiving leave, and dependent-care guidance, while financial perks commonly include stock grants (with purchase discounts), 401(k) matching, and income-protection coverage. Employees also see robust time off, Apple University learning and tuition reimbursement, donation matching and paid volunteer hours, and deep product and partner discounts.