The Silicon Validation team is seeking passionate individuals to validate the functional behavior of Apple's next generation SoCs. This role involves working closely with a diverse team of embedded software engineers to ensure high quality products reach millions of customers. Candidates will engage in system-level validation, diving deep into SoC architecture and utilizing the SiVal software stack. The position is open to all experience levels, from junior to senior roles.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 3 years of experience in software development.
• Strong software skills in C/C++.
• Familiarity with programming in assembly language.
• Understanding of computer architecture, memory hierarchies, CPUs, and caching.
• Experience in writing code, developing tests, and strategies for SoC silicon validation is a plus.
• Experience in graphics, video codecs, video capture, display mechanisms, and storage technologies is ideal.
• Experience with scripting languages such as Python, Tcl, or Perl is a plus.

• Conduct comprehensive system-level validation of Apple SoCs.
• Utilize the existing SiVal software stack to perform validation tasks.
• Develop creative testing strategies for stress and corner-case scenarios.
• Collaborate with team members to ensure thorough validation processes.
• Debug and write code that interacts closely with hardware.

• 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.