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Senior Software Developer in Test - Embedded Sensors QE, Core OS

Apple

Location

Cupertino, CA

Type

Full-time

Posted

11/8/2026

Compensation

Not listed

Undergraduate with 5+ Years of Experience
H-1B FY202699.0% approval+30% YoY
👑 Elite sponsor

Job description

The Embedded Sensors Quality Engineering team is responsible for ensuring the highest quality for technologies that enhance Apple products. This entrepreneurial team focuses on improving the status quo and solving complex problems related to the Always On Platform, which supports various features across devices. The role involves working in a fast-paced environment and requires strong communication and technical skills. The ideal candidate will contribute to the quality assurance of embedded systems and sensors used in products like the iPhone and Apple Watch.

Requirements

  • 5+ years of experience with testing or debugging embedded systems or device drivers.
  • Strong understanding of software test and validation methodologies.
  • Solid OS fundamentals.
  • Programming experience with C/C++, Python, and Shell scripting.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related field.

Responsibilities

  • Drive the excellence of quality for the Always On Platform.
  • Collaborate with development teams and cross-functional teams.
  • Develop, test, and debug device drivers and firmware.
  • Innovate ways to improve existing processes and solve difficult problems.
  • Ensure the quality of embedded systems and sensors.

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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