Core OS Software Engineer, USB4/Thunderbolt

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: Cupertino, CA
Salary: $150,400–$277,600 / yr
Posted: 2 days ago
Freshness: Confirmed live yesterday
Nearby: 99+ roles within 25 mi

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TL;DR · Core OS Software Engineer, USB4/Thunderbolt

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Core OS Software Engineer - USB4/Thunderbolt joins the Core Operating Systems group within the Core I/O team to develop integrated operating systems and advanced connectivity technologies. This role involves developing new products, influencing Apple Silicon and hardware definitions, and supporting product bring-up. The engineer will contribute to USB4 and Thunderbolt kernel driver extensions across multiple operating systems, implement features like RDMA over Thunderbolt for distributed AI inference, and debug complex technology stacks to improve the user experience. Key responsibilities include collaborating with vendors to ensure ecosystem interoperability and implementing evolving specifications. The role requires proficiency in C and C++ programming, a deep understanding of computer science fundamentals, operating systems, and device driver models. Preferred skills include expertise in USB-C, USB-PD, DisplayPort, PCI, IOKit, and using hardware tools like logic analyzers or oscilloscopes for data collection.

Skills

C C++ USB4 Thunderbolt RDMA iOS macOS IOKit USB-C USB-PD DisplayPort PCI Logic Analyzers Protocol Analyzers Oscilloscopes

What you'll do

Develop and maintain USB4 and Thunderbolt kernel driver extensions across multiple operating systems.
Implement new features and software enhancements as industry specifications evolve over time.
Build advanced capabilities such as RDMA over Thunderbolt for distributed AI inference.
Influence the definition of Apple Silicon and hardware during product bring-up phases.
Debug, root cause, and resolve complex issues to improve the USB4 and Thunderbolt user experience.
Collaborate with vendors to drive ecosystem improvements and ensure interoperability with Apple solutions.

What we're looking for

Strong expertise in C and C++ programming languages.
Strong understanding of computer science fundamentals, including operating systems and device driver models.
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or equivalent experience/skills.
Expertise in Thunderbolt and/or USB4 (preferred).
Expertise in related technologies such as USB, USB-C, USB-PD, DisplayPort, and/or PCI (preferred).
2+ years of relevant industry experience in software development (preferred).
Development experience in IOKit, macOS, iOS, or equivalent OS driver environment (preferred).
Experience debugging complex technology stacks and using logic analyzers, protocol analyzers, or oscilloscopes (preferred).

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