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System Software Engineer - Headphone & Accessories, Sensing & Connectivity

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

10/15/2026

Compensation

Not listed

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

Join the Headphone & Accessories team as a System Software Engineer, where you will drive innovation in the wireless audio experience. This role focuses on designing and developing software for Apple operating systems, specifically for audio features and functionality. You will work closely with design teams and cross-functional partners to create frameworks that enhance AirPods capabilities. If you are passionate about building solutions in the audio technology space, this position may be a great fit for you.

Requirements

  • You have 2+ years of experience in software design/programming with C++, Swift, or Objective-C.
  • You have a solid understanding of object-oriented methodologies, multi-threaded programming, and operating systems concepts.
  • You are experienced with wireless or audio solutions.
  • You have strong debugging skills.
  • You have a BS or MS in Computer Science, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.
  • You are experienced working with wireless technology, such as Bluetooth or Wi-Fi.
  • You have experience with software audio features like Telephony audio or Bluetooth audio.

Responsibilities

  • Design and develop software across Apple operating systems for audio features and functionality.
  • Design and build frameworks that expose and advertise AirPods capabilities to the broader Apple software ecosystem.
  • Collaborate closely with design teams and cross-functional partners, including the AirPods firmware team.
  • Prototype, architect, and deliver software solutions for audio accessories.

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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