As a Senior System Software Engineer in the Headphone & Accessories team, you will play a crucial role in designing and developing software for Apple operating systems, focusing on audio features and functionality. Your work will involve creating frameworks that showcase AirPods capabilities within the Apple software ecosystem. Collaboration with design teams and cross-functional partners, including the AirPods firmware team, will be essential to deliver innovative software solutions. This position is ideal for someone passionate about building exceptional products that enhance user experiences.

• 5+ years of experience in software design/programming with C++, Swift, or Objective-C
• Solid understanding of object-oriented methodologies, multi-threaded programming, and operating systems concepts
• Experience with wireless or audio solutions
• Strong debugging skills
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field
• Experience working with wireless technology, such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi
• Experience with software audio features like Telephony audio or Bluetooth audio

• Design and develop software across Apple operating systems for audio features and functionality.
• Create frameworks that expose and advertise AirPods capabilities to the broader Apple software ecosystem.
• Collaborate closely with design teams and cross-functional partners to prototype and architect software solutions.
• Take ownership of projects from concept to delivery, ensuring high-quality user experiences.

• 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.