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Systems Software Engineer, Core OS

Apple

Location

San Diego, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

8/9/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 2+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

Join the Core Platform & Systems Technology team at Apple and contribute to the development of the code that powers operating systems across various devices including iPhone, iPad, Apple Watch, and Mac. This role focuses on building middleware solutions such as frameworks and daemons that ensure devices remain current and reliable. You will work with a team that delivers a unified solution used throughout the company, providing a unique opportunity for cross-functional engineering. Your contributions will impact nearly every part of the system.

Requirements

  • Programming experience in C
  • Knowledge of OS fundamentals
  • Experience designing and developing production-level software
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience
  • Programming experience in Objective-C or Swift
  • Analytical thinking skills
  • Ability to work independently
  • Spoken and written communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Contribute to Apple's firmware update solutions.
  • Develop middleware frameworks and daemons.
  • Ensure devices remain current and reliable.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver unified solutions.

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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