Job description
The Biophotonics software team at Apple is seeking a hands-on Software Engineer to design and execute embedded platform architecture and system software development. This role involves working closely with other software engineers and the wider engineering team to develop software solutions that support research and development activities. The candidate will tackle a variety of challenges, from embedded firmware to full stack applications and cloud-based data processing. A strong focus on innovation and collaboration is essential to drive projects forward.
Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Science Engineering, or a combination of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science.
- 10+ years of experience with all aspects of the software development lifecycle.
- Software development experience in an industrial setting.
- Development experience in programming languages such as C, C++, Python, Java, Go, Rust, Scala, or Swift.
- Hands-on experience using debugging tools such as gdb, lldb, oscilloscopes, and logic analyzers.
- Experience with board bring-up and interpreting schematics and layouts.
- Strong Software Engineering skills in software design and development across object-oriented or concurrent programming languages.
- Skilled with software support tools including the Unix command line, shell scripting, and version control software.
Responsibilities
- Contribute to software architecture definitions and create development plans.
- Translate application feature requests into reusable software.
- Execute plans for new and existing embedded applications.
- Work on automation and control of embedded platforms and data acquisition.
- Develop software support tools and associated services.
- Balance a wide range of technically diverse tasks within short and long timelines.
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.
H-1B filing history
Public USCIS petition and DOL LCA counts · latest USCIS FY2026, LCA FY2026
Filing entity: Apple Inc
As of Aug 23, 2026
Initial approvals
1,065
FY2026
Approval rate
99.0%
FY2026
LCA certified
9,221
FY2026
Entry-level share
5.6%
FY2026
Initial approvals YoY
+30%
Trend
LCA certified YoY
-35%
Trend
Initial approvals by fiscal year
Approval rate by fiscal year
Continuing vs initial approvals
LCA certified positions by quarter
LCA certified positions by fiscal year
Based on public USCIS and DOL filings; not a sponsorship guarantee.
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