Senior Systems Engineer, Watch Software

Apple Inc

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Work type: On-site
Location: San Diego, CA
Salary: $201,300–$367,400 / yr
Posted: 44 days ago

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This role $284k

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Apple Inc. is a multinational technology company known for designing and manufacturing consumer electronics, software, and online services, including the iPhone, Mac, iPad, and App Store. Industry: Consumer Electronics & Software

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TL;DR · Senior Systems Engineer, Watch Software

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We are seeking a Senior Kernel Developer to join our core systems team at Alibaba Cloud. This role involves working on the development and maintenance of critical system components such as the kernel and Darwin operating system layers. You will be responsible for enhancing performance, stability, and security through code optimization, bug fixing, and driver integration. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience with C/C++ programming and a deep understanding of Unix-like systems. Familiarity with virtualization technologies and cloud infrastructure is highly desirable. This position requires someone who can thrive in a fast-paced environment where collaboration with cross-functional teams is essential to solving complex technical challenges at scale.

Skills

C C++ Python Rust Linux Git Docker Kubernetes AWS GCP CI/CD Terraform PostgreSQL Redis GraphQL React Node.js REST_API

What you'll do

Develop and maintain kernel modules for the Darwin operating system.
Optimize driver performance to enhance system stability and efficiency.
Troubleshoot and resolve complex issues in hardware and software integration.
Write detailed technical documentation for kernel and driver functionalities.
Collaborate on cross-functional projects to integrate new hardware technologies.

What we're looking for

At least 5 years of experience in developing software for macOS kernel.
Proficient in C/C++ programming languages for system-level development.
Strong understanding of Unix-based operating systems and their internals.
Experience with driver development and debugging complex hardware issues.
Familiarity with version control systems like Git for collaborative projects.

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