The Pre-Silicon Evolution team within Apple's CoreOS organization is seeking dedicated software engineers to develop software infrastructure and tooling for Apple Silicon SoCs. This role focuses on the intersection of hardware and software, pushing the boundaries of pre-silicon simulation to enable early software development for Apple products. Engineers will craft simulation environments, define bring-up processes, and create tools and services used across the organization. The work ensures seamless integration of hardware and software features for upcoming Apple devices.

• 3+ years of hands-on experience in infrastructure-focused or embedded software engineering roles.
• High proficiency in Python, with hands-on experience releasing Python-based tools, libraries, and services.
• Backend development experience using Django or Flask, including designing and implementing REST APIs.
• Experience working with SQL-based databases.
• Understanding of Unix concepts, networking concepts, and shell scripting.
• Experience building and maintaining CI/CD pipelines, preferably for embedded software.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent industry experience.
• Experience in embedded software, macOS kernel and driver internals, and knowledge of Arm SoC architecture.
• Experience with Kubernetes and container orchestration for deployment and management.
• Experience in full platform simulation/FPGA technologies.
• Experience developing applications using SwiftUI/Swift.
• Familiarity using AI tools similar to Claude Code/Codex.

• Develop software infrastructure and tooling for Apple Silicon SoCs.
• Craft a simulation environment for pre-silicon software development.
• Define bring-up processes for upcoming Apple devices.
• Create new tools and services used across the organization.
• Ensure seamless integration of hardware and software features before manufacturing.

• 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.