The Performance Engineer will join the Wireless Technologies and Ecosystems organization, focusing on optimizing software design for Apple's latest products. This role involves working with the Connectivity Firmware Performance team to test and enhance software from early prototypes to productization. The engineer will devise performance evaluation methodologies and analyze logs to make informed recommendations. A strong background in wireless communications and programming is essential for success in this position.

• A Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Programming experience in C or C++.
• Experience with wireless sniffers and protocol analyzers for debugging.
• Proficiency in Python with hands-on experience using data science libraries.
• Experience with power and performance trade-off analysis.
• Strong understanding of Bluetooth, Wi-Fi, Thread, or related protocols.
• Experience with CPU profiling and optimizations.
• A Master's or PhD or equivalent experience.
• Research or work experience in using AI/ML for wireless problems.

• Drive optimization of software design for Apple's products.
• Work on software design testing and optimization from early prototypes until productization.
• Devise performance evaluation methodologies on SW/HW prototypes.
• Analyze logs and make recommendations based on trade-off analysis.
• Adjust strategies flexibly to find practical solutions.
• Focus on priorities and drive efforts toward achieving results.
• Continually seek to learn and improve processes.

• 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.