The Audio and Media Technologies Group at Apple is seeking a senior software engineer to develop time synchronization related drivers, frameworks, and applications for various Apple hardware platforms. This role involves working closely with the Audio Design & Engineering Team to innovate and contribute to core technologies that enhance audio and video features. Candidates should have a strong background in driver development and network protocols, as well as a passion for engaging with all layers of the software stack. This position offers an opportunity to make significant contributions to upcoming Apple products.

• 5+ years of experience in software development, debugging, and testing.
• Experience with kernel level programming, device drivers, and/or real-time systems software.
• Experience with designing, implementing, and analyzing performance of network protocols.
• Excellent programming skills with knowledge of C, C++, and Objective-C or Swift.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• BS in Computer Science or Engineering or equivalent experience.
• Experience with wireless MAC layers, IEEE 802.11 standards, and network performance.
• Experience with IOKit, DriverKit, or userspace driver development is a plus.
• Experience in the audio or networking industries developing drivers or systems is a plus.
• Understanding of UDP, IPv6, ARP/NDP, Bonjour, and IEEE 1588 / Precision Time Protocol is a plus.

• Design, develop, and debug network drivers, protocols, and APIs for distributed systems.
• Analyze and improve performance of clock synchronization across Apple devices.
• Participate in monitoring industry standards bodies and new specification development.
• Participate in medium and large scale software engineering processes.
• Create and maintain engineering documents.

• 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.