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Software Engineer, Core Networking

Apple

Location

San Francisco Bay Area, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

5/8/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
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Job description

The Core Networking team at Apple is focused on developing, deploying, and operating networking software that supports a wide range of devices and services. This includes working on the TCP/IP networking stack and high-performance solutions for Apple Silicon servers. The role requires the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple tasks simultaneously. Candidates must demonstrate initiative and ownership of their work while understanding the broader context of their technology within the product and network ecosystem.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience in networking software development.
  • Proficiency in C/C++ and familiarity with software build toolchains and utilities.
  • Knowledge and experience with TCP/IP networking.
  • Experience in advanced networking architecture including DPDK, RDMA, HW offload, and network virtualization.
  • Experience with RDMA/RoCE networks.
  • Experience with NIC hardware offloads.
  • Experience with collectives and GPU communication for AI workloads.
  • Experience with kernel and driver development.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and operate Apple's networking software across various platforms.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of networking technologies.
  • Take ownership of specific problem areas and drive solutions.
  • Demonstrate excellent interpersonal and communication skills in a team environment.
  • Adapt to a fast-paced work environment and manage multiple assignments effectively.

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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