The Software/Firmware Engineer will join Apple's Platform Architecture team to bridge hardware and software, focusing on prototyping and developing integrated systems. This role involves working closely with cross-functional engineering teams to create innovative tools and seamless user experiences. The engineer will be responsible for developing code for macOS, iOS, and micro-controllers while investigating new technologies. A strong emphasis is placed on hardware/software integration and initiative in driving projects forward.

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience with embedded software and firmware design and implementation.
• Master's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or Electrical Engineering with 10 years of relevant industry experience.
• Excellent programming skills with knowledge of C and object-oriented programming practices.
• Experience with micro-controllers and development environments.
• Development experience on Unix, Linux, or macOS.
• Ability to read serial bus traces and board schematics, and use an oscilloscope and logic analyzer.
• Experience with board bring up and digital hardware.
• Familiarity with ARM, RISCV, USB, I2C, SPI, scripting languages such as Bash, Python, Lua, and Git.
• Experience with Objective-C, Swift, and macOS driver development is a plus.

• Develop macOS, iOS, and micro-controller code.
• Investigate new technologies and prototype concepts.
• Develop instrumentation and tools for hardware/software integration.
• Collaborate with cross-functional engineering teams to push innovative ideas.
• Utilize excellent initiative to drive projects and prototypes forward.

• 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.