JobsSilicon Validation Software Engineer: Video Encoder/Compression Validation
Silicon Validation Software Engineer: Video Encoder/Compression Validation
AppleSilicon Validation Software Engineer: Video Encoder/Compression Validation
AppleLocation
Waltham, MA
Type
Full-time
Posted
5/5/2026
Compensation
Not listed
Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
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·FY 2025Job description
This role involves working with a team of expert C programmers focused on system-level validation of video compression subsystems in Apple silicon. The position requires collaboration with designers and architects to understand hardware video compression blocks. The main focus is on developing low-level software to validate functionality and performance, as well as participating in hardware validation across various platforms. The team is dedicated to delivering high-quality functional products to millions of customers quickly.
Requirements
- A minimum of a bachelor's degree in a relevant field.
- A minimum of 3 years of relevant industry experience in silicon validation software engineering or a related field.
- Knowledge of video standards such as H.264/AVC, HEVC, and AV1.
- Solid programming skills in C/C++.
- Experience with embedded systems programming.
Responsibilities
- Perform block and system-level validation of video compression subsystems in Apple silicon.
- Participate in architecture and design specification review.
- Investigate use cases, system-level operation, and performance requirements.
- Develop low-level software to validate functionality, conformance, and performance of video compression blocks.
- Participate in hardware video compression blocks validation on simulator, emulation, FPGA, and silicon.
- Work with other members of the validation team to incorporate tests into system-level tests.
- Bring-up and debug devices on new hardware platforms.
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.
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